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Responding to Suffering: Learning from Mindfulness Based Approaches Pt 2

Posted by Vishvapani on Apr 11, 2012 in Buddhism in the West, Mindfulness | 0 comments

Mindfulness based approaches use Buddhist methods to address psychological difficulties. But they adapt them to the needs modern society by emphasising acceptance or moving towards the difficult; being nonjudgmental; and being kind to yourself

Learning From Mindfulness Based Approaches: the State We’re In

Posted by Vishvapani on Apr 10, 2012 in Buddhism in the West, Featured, Mindfulness | 2 comments

Buddhists are often wary of secular mindfulness training. But Mindfulness Based Approaches are a meeting ground between meditation and modern psychology and we can learn much about the psychological issues people face and how do they produce suffering. The first of two posts.

Buddhism & the Mindfulness Movement: Friends or Foes?

Posted by Vishvapani on Apr 6, 2012 in Buddhism in the West, Featured, Mindfulness | 0 comments

We’re in the middle of the Mindfulness Boom as Buddhist-derived meditation practices enter the cultural mainstream. But is this the Dharma touching and transforming western society, or is Buddhism being turned into a self-help technique and a consumer product? Its time for Buddhists to start reflecting seriously on the mindfulness movement and to learn its lessons.

Beyond the Grasping Mind

Posted by Vishvapani on Jan 1, 2012 in Mindfulness, Reflections | 0 comments

How does beauty happen? A glimpse of an old woman sitting in a cafe is an extraordinary moment on an ordinary day.

The Future of Buddhism in the West

Posted by Vishvapani on Oct 30, 2011 in Buddhism in the West, Buddhist World | 8 comments

Forces at work in Buddhism today offer hints of the future for Buddhism in western countries and its influence on society

Take a Breathing Space

Posted by Vishvapani on Oct 17, 2011 in Mindfulness | 0 comments

A breathing space is a way to regain calm and poise in the midst of a hectic day, reconnecting with yourself and broadening out your experience. Try it now!

Beyond the Driven Economy

Posted by Vishvapani on Oct 14, 2011 in Comment, Thought for the Day | 2 comments

In the grip of a recession we want economic growth, but we also fear its consequences. Is there an alternative and what light can Buddhism and mindfulness practice shed? Thought for the Day 13 October, 2011