A perspective on working with the hindrances...

An exploration of the Noble Truth of suffering, as described in the Buddha's first discourse. When met directly with courage, suffering can be a unique source of wisdom and nobility.

Loving-kindness offers qualities of heart that transform our life and our spiritual practice.

Two aspects of Wise Effort are explored: 1) how do we know if we're doing too little, too much or just enough with regard to effort in practice? and 2) the four aspects of wise efforts are discussed with particular emphasis on the importance of cultivating and increasing wholesome states.

A guided meditation using the breath to develop concentration.

Curiosity about how mindfulness disappears and reappears can open the mindfulness practice to new areas.

Our meditation practice leads to a natural compassion that can transform the world.

Some reflections on solitude, restraint at the sense doors (kaya viveka) and seclusion of mind, especially in the silence of the non-concocting mind.

Trust in the Dharma, in the unfolding process of practice and our inner wisdom when we learn to listen with skill.