Zen

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The Nation is Shattered; Mountain and Rivers Remain

The Nation is Shattered; Mountain and Rivers Remain

A heartfelt commentary by Zen teacher Roshi Joan Halifax on how, in this time of...

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The Importance of Sympathy, Empathy, and Compassion

The Importance of Sympathy, Empathy, and Compassion

Sympathy is understanding someone’s misfortune, says Allyson Pimentel. Empathy is...

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In the Land of the Thunder Dragon

In the Land of the Thunder Dragon

From the philosophy of Gross National Happiness to the emerging Gelephu Mindfulness...

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Share Your Wisdom: What helps you stay openhearted when life feels overwhelming?

Share Your Wisdom: What helps you stay openhearted when...

We have a question for you. The post Share Your Wisdom: What helps you stay openhearted...

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Finding Peace in Challenging Times with Sharon Salzberg

Finding Peace in Challenging Times with Sharon Salzberg

This is a practice for finding peace in difficult times like ours—one of conflict,...

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The Best Leaders Think: What About Me, What About You?

The Best Leaders Think: What About Me, What About You?

Many fail in leadership positions, despite outstanding individual performance. Daniel...

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A Meditation to Skillfully Connect With Your Anger

A Meditation to Skillfully Connect With Your Anger

Practice how to skillfully connect with your anger, not to drive it away, but get...

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Best of the Haiku Challenge (December 2025)

Best of the Haiku Challenge (December 2025)

Announcing the winning poems from Tricycle’s monthly challenge The post Best of...

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The Karmic Causality of Generosity

The Karmic Causality of Generosity

On seizing the opportunity to make offerings and be charitable, in this lifetime...

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What Does It Mean to Experience the Unknown?

What Does It Mean to Experience the Unknown?

You can’t uncover unconditional freedom by grasping; you have to realize you’re...