Buddhism has never been an evangelical religion. We do not go around holding tent retreats or host vibrant speakers to come and inspire us to spend more time on the cushions. This kind of theatrical approach would attract the wrong crowd entirely.
This practice is a deeply personal one, it is really not a spectator […]

Small towns are charming, but their uncomplicated life is a blessing and a curse.

A simple overnight becomes way too complicated.

The illusion of nation and state is everywhere, and we play along for our own sake.