Just which way do you think the world is heading? Do you think the level of human consciousness is rising or do you think more and more materialism and selfishness is creeping into our hearts and minds?  Are we entering a new age of enlightenment? Is the West becoming more spiritual and the East becoming […]

In Jodo Shu, we value the recitation of the Nembutsu, “Namu Amida Butsu”, because it means “total reliance upon the compassion of Amida Buddha.” …

Health is the greatest gift, contentment the greatest wealth, faithfulness the best relationship. – Buddha …

Warming up for a Yoga Class Yoga Tips for Teachers In part 1 of the series, How to Teach a Fantastic Yoga Class, I explained that there are typically three sections to a Yoga Class.  These I called, Orientation, Warm-up and the Work.  In part 1 I also went over the orientation section and discussed […]

Turn your mind away from things which are not permanent. – Buddha…