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Know What's Happening in Spirituality
Buddhist monastic shares path to present‑moment joy
In a newly translated dialogue, journalist Irmgard Kirchner talks with Santacitta Bhikkhuni, a former avant‑garde dancer now a Theravada monastic. Santacitta describes Buddhism as a healing path that dissolves delusion and attachment, using the four vipallasa to show how misperceptions create stress. She says true joy arises from present‑moment awareness.
Erica Bassani, author of *Women in Love with the Divine*, releases a new book compiling twelve interviews with women spiritual teachers from Buddhism and other faiths. The work, born from her Women Awakening Project, explores themes of divine femininity, the transformative power of softness, and the role of sisterhood in spiritual growth. Bassani describes a personal breakthrough where she perceived the divine shifting from a paternal to a maternal presence, reshaping her practice. The book underscores expanding opportunities for women to pursue spiritual paths in today’s more accessible landscape.
Day Fifty‑One of Dr. McFillin’s “Transmission” series urges readers to stop seeking external validation and instead surrender to love. The post frames love as a universal force that guides personal transformation and invites openness to the present moment. Positioned within...
Finding peace by unhooking from ego and achieving a loving presence in medicine [PODCAST] http://dlvr.it/TRnksh Podcast #OncologyHematology
The post argues that a believer’s standing before God is not earned by daily performance but is credited through Christ’s finished work. It explains that justification means God declares you righteous regardless of personal failures, allowing you to rest in...
The post reflects on profound grief, illustrating how loss forces a stark question: how do we keep living? Drawing on theologian Jerry Sittser’s tragedy and Wendell Berry’s novel, the author argues that life itself demands continued existence, even amid despair....
True strength lies in compassion. True wisdom lies in restraint. The teachings of Mahavira continue to guide us towards clarity and balance. Warm wishes on Mahavir Jayanti. #MahavirJayanti #Harmony #Wisdom #MotilalOswal https://t.co/RTfsUyrKuL
Peter Geffen, a New York‑based educator and civil‑rights veteran, links his Cold‑War upbringing and early exposure to Holocaust testimony with a lifelong commitment to social justice. He credits the memory of genocide and his father’s protests for shaping his work...
Causing suffering to yourself is like causing suffering to a helpless child. You cannot fight or run from yourself – you are completely defenseless. #SadhguruQuotes https://t.co/DQ8UWSMsLw
A Zen practitioner recounts a week‑long, highly ritualized retreat where strict protocols forced constant attention. The teacher assigned a seemingly simple koan—“When you see the stick, where is God?”—that ultimately led the author from intellectual guessing to a non‑conceptual breakthrough....
Rich Fernandez argues that purpose is not a fixed destination but a dynamic state that shifts with what feels most alive in the moment. He illustrates this by sharing his own North Star—integrating mindfulness across every life domain—and explains how...
Speak to others with the language you use for God. God doesn’t need it. His self esteem is NOT poor. Example- “Sister, I magnify your name” Reflections from @drdanielblack
May 2026’s Lion’s Roar roundup spotlights a wave of new Buddhist titles, from Margaret Cullen’s *Quiet Strength* that re‑centers equanimity, to Bodhipaksa’s 28‑day habit builder *Sit*. It also features Reb Anderson’s Zen parable collection, the Hases’ partnership guide, Roy Remer’s caregiver...
The article argues that ethics is the essential foundation of any Buddhist or spiritual practice, emphasizing non‑violence (ahimsa) toward all beings. It warns that advanced non‑dual teachings can tempt practitioners to abandon moral restraints, leading to ego‑driven misuse of spiritual...
The Lion’s Roar article weaves Buddhist practice with observations of five animal species—bears, snakes, owls, salmon and eagles—to illustrate mindfulness principles. Each creature’s natural behavior is presented as a concrete reflection on rest, letting go, deep listening, perseverance and resilience....
The author recounts a decade‑long sobriety journey that merged Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) with Zen Buddhism, highlighting how the AA Big Book eventually recognized Buddhist members. He explains that the Buddhist Eightfold Path mirrors AA’s Twelve Steps, allowing both frameworks to...
The article explains the Buddhist concept of the "middle way," tracing its origins from the Buddha’s rejection of both self‑indulgence and extreme asceticism to the Mahayana Madhyamaka school’s philosophical emphasis on emptiness. It illustrates how the Buddha’s first turning of...
The article explores the emotional after‑effects of sharing personal stories, labeling the sensation a “vulnerability hangover.” It distinguishes oversharing—driven by a need for emotional regulation—from conscious sharing rooted in intention and audience relevance. The author outlines practical self‑care steps, such...
An interfaith program organized by the Inter‑Religious Solidarity Council and ISKCON Chowpatty convened at Bhaktivedanta Hall in Mumbai on March 29, 2026. The event, themed “Trials of Faith: Maintaining Character Under Pressure,” featured talks, panels and performances that highlighted shared...
The post argues that resisting uncomfortable emotions only amplifies them, while cultivating awareness leads to lasting resolution. It explains that emotional resistance creates a feedback loop where feelings grow stronger and return repeatedly. The author suggests understanding the root cause...
The Daily Devo #502 urges believers to “fight the good fight” of faith when life feels stagnant, emphasizing that trials are the proving ground for spiritual growth. It highlights the tension between flesh and spirit, citing biblical passages such as...
Science says 5 minutes a day of practice is enough to produce measurable changes in your experience, your behavior, and your biology. Not an hour. Not a retreat. Five minutes. For the full 10percenthappier podcast episode with Dr. Richard Davidson...
Use self-reflection to explore how you approach life. "You have to be before you can do and do before you can have." ~ Zig Ziglar https://t.co/BqpXjo7Tl9
Dr. Brian Sayers recounts how a childhood fascination with the TV series “Dr. Kildare” and a homemade intern’s smock ignited his lifelong calling to become a rheumatologist. Decades later, he observes that despite extraordinary scientific advances, modern practice has become...
“Most misunderstandings in the world could be avoided if people would simply take the time to ask, ‘What else could this mean?’” ― Shannon L. Alder
60,000 thoughts a day. It's why #mindfulness of thoughts is the first step to personal growth. Conversely the more we stay out of our head and focused on the body and breath, the less unwanted thoughts monopolize our internal conversation....
Pope Leo XIV announced during the Palm Sunday Mass that God does not listen to the prayers of leaders who start wars, a statement aimed at the ongoing Iran‑Israel conflict and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The declaration was delivered to...
Al and Ravin are new friends, and the depth of this conversation surprised me. We spent half the episode talking business and the other half talking about meaning and grace.
Yoga means exercising your choice to such a point that you become master of your own destiny – taking your life, death and beyond into your hands through mastery over your life energies. #SadhguruWisdom https://t.co/yFyoMSE3XD
Physicists probing dark matter, the invisible substance that makes up about 85% of the universe’s mass, say their research is guided by religious and spiritual traditions. From Reconstructionist Jewish teachings to Native Hawaiian navigation and Hindu devotion, scientists are drawing...
A life of excess is not a good life. Whatever you gather should only enhance Inner Wellbeing, not entangle you. #SadhguruQuotes https://t.co/VqiNZxZfKK
On March 29, 2026, devotees nationwide observed Kamada Ekadashi, a Vishnu fast that emphasizes mindful generosity. Participants offered grains, clothing and cash donations, believing the acts will ease karmic burdens and attract prosperity, harmony and positive energy into their homes.
Siddha Yoga’s spiritual leader Gurumayi Chidvilasananda posted her official 2026 message on the SYDA Foundation website, outlining a four‑line practice that followers say mirrors the Bhagavad Gita. The guidance emphasizes mental reset, dharma, heart nourishment, and universal awareness, sparking renewed...
A newly published guide from Free Press Journal outlines a slow‑yoga routine designed to alleviate mental fatigue and burnout. The sequence emphasizes mindful movement and breath awareness as a science‑backed reset for sustained productivity.
Pope Leo XIV used his Palm Sunday homily in St. Peter’s Square to state that Jesus “does not listen to the prayers of those who wage war,” calling on believers to lay down weapons and pray for peace. The declaration comes...
In this 3‑minute episode of A Zen Mind, host Jo guides listeners through a short, calming meditation designed to foster inner peace and mindfulness. Jo emphasizes the importance of carving out personal time for reflection amid a busy life and...
The blog post chronicles Holy Week—from Palm Sunday’s humble entry on a donkey to Easter Sunday’s empty tomb—framing each day as both a historical event in first‑century Judea and a theological milestone. It highlights Jesus’ confrontations with Roman authority, temple...
In that moment, I'm experiencing the unfathomable nature of existence. Stunned beyond comprehension and teetering on the edge of collapse or liberation. Locked in and holding space, Kate's full strength radiates and washes over me. Our dyad is the...
“Waste no more time arguing what a good man should be. Be one.” - Marcus Aurelius
Kate Bowler’s latest Substack post, “A Blessing for Those Reaching for Answers,” offers a poetic meditation on the struggle to find meaning when life feels overwhelming. The piece acknowledges both the things that can be fixed and those that cannot,...
The Dalai Lama sent a congratulatory letter to Sarah Mullally, celebrating her historic rise as the first woman Archbishop of Canterbury. He called the appointment a "beacon of hope" and linked it to a more compassionate world, underscoring inter‑faith respect...
Personal growth is not a matter of learning new information but of unlearning old limits. ~ Alan Cohen https://t.co/0ZlfpLD8yJ
The article recounts Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel’s early struggle to define her purpose, showing how she chased external symbols of success before discovering that true purpose resides within. By swapping restrictive dresses for practical trousers, Chanel realized freedom and control were...
Marc Andreessen sparked controversy after a podcast appearance in which he claimed he strives for "zero" introspection, arguing that self‑reflection is a modern folly. The remark ignited a cultural clash between tech‑savvy “action‑oriented” leaders and humanist critics who see his...
"All you have is what you are, and what you give." Ursula K. Le Guin on suffering and getting to the other side of pain https://t.co/9jQAnM68q0
Fear is just a lack of understanding wearing a scary mask. Marie Curie knew. What are you trying to understand better right now? https://t.co/rbCTRYKpdW
The post reflects on Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, describing the crowd’s fervent Hosanna chant as a desperate plea for deliverance from Roman oppression. It highlights the stark contrast between the people’s expectation of a militant Messiah and the humble,...
Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez used Palm Sunday to urge Filipinos to treat Holy Week as a period of prayer, reflection, and personal accountability. He highlighted the nation’s current challenges—division, mistrust, and social strain—and called for spiritual renewal to foster...
Albert Camus on the will to live and the most important question of existence https://t.co/X3GrSBRXAt
Swami Sarvapriyananda outlines two steps to nonduality in a premium Sloww post. The teaching emphasizes that Advaita’s ultimate realization is already present in experience. The article is part of Sloww’s subscription model, targeting a global audience of over 1,000 members....
In a new interview with Philosophie Magazine, Nobel‑cited neuroscientist Antonio Damasio asserts that consciousness is fundamentally tied to emotions rather than high‑level reasoning. The claim revives a long‑standing debate between cognitive scientists and spiritual thinkers about the true source of...
