New “Finding True Refuge” video looks at how meditation can change combative attitudes

New “Finding True Refuge” video looks at how meditation can change combative attitudes

New “Finding True Refuge” video looks at how meditation can change combative attitudes

Posted: 24 Sep 2012 02:00 PM PDT

Finding True Refuge is a web series from Tara Brach, designed to share people's journeys into meditation and how it transformed their lives.

In this new video, Ven. Pannavati Bhikkhuni explains that she came to meditation to change her combative attitudes. "In spiritual circles we like to talk about being a spiritual warrior but I was a straight-out street fighter. That's really it. And I really wanted to change that behavior." Although she had some doubts at first, sticking with her meditation practice helped her make that change.

To see all of our Finding True Refuge posts, click here. And you'll find many more powerful FTR videos here.

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Sakyong and Sakyong Wangmo expecting second child

Posted: 24 Sep 2012 12:00 PM PDT

During his annual Harvest of Peace address to the Shambhala community on Saturday, Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche announced that he and his wife, Khandro Tseyang, the Sakyong Wangmo, are expecting their second child. The couple has a two-year-old daughter, Jetsun Drukmo.

"I'm happy to say the Sakyong Wangmo is in good health and we are all delighted," he said. "Jetsun Drukmo seems very pleased and cheerful. As our family grows, so does the possibility of Shambhala."

The baby is due in the spring.

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Help wish Thich Nhat Hanh “Happy Continuation Day!”

Posted: 24 Sep 2012 10:00 AM PDT

The Thich Nhat Foundation, which supports Thich Nhat Hanh's teaching and humanitarian efforts around the world, is seeking financial support as his birthday approaches on October 11.

The Foundation currently has 850 monthly donors, and board members are hoping to surprise Thay with 1,000 supporters before he turns 86 next month. Founded last fall, the Foundation has so far raised over $ 450,000 to support practice centers and monasteries in Europe and North America, and to fund humanitarian efforts and outreach programs throughout the world.

."I know that for Thay, your practice is the greatest gift he could receive — but, I also know that maintaining and growing our community of mindfulness takes more than our diligent practice, it takes funding," said Sister Chan Khong in a message to supporters.
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You can visit the Foundation's website and Facebook page for more information about their work, and to make a donation of any amount.

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