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By Thich Nhat HanhOur greatest teacher lies within. Birth and death are only concepts. The present moment is our true home. Everything in life is impermanent.These eternal truths f…

“I know of no spiritual teacher or person who more fully embodies peace and compassionate understanding than Thich Nhat Hanh, or Thay, as he is lovingly known by his students.”

Thich Nhat Hanh (1926-2022) on what moved him along his spiritual path.

High in the hidden mountains of Escondido, California just outside sunny San Diego, lies the Deer Park Monastery, founded in 2000 by Zen Buddhist Monk Thich Nhat Hanh. Each year, t…

Thich Nhat Hanh wrote that silence can be thundering, eloquent, and full of energy.

Encouraging compassion and kindness was central to Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings, whether he was discussing the politics of race or our intimate interactions with friends and family.

An Ode to Thich Nhat Hanh

SilenceThe Power of Quiet in a World Full of NoiseBy Thich Nhat Hanh HARPERONEIn his popular writings, Thich Nhat Hanh presents Buddhist teachings in a way that anyone can int…

Narrated by Benedict Cumberbatch (his rich, mellifluous baritone is immediately recognizable), this beautifully immersive documentary was produced over three years among the Buddhi…

Susan Johnson Hadler, PhD, is the author of The Beauty of What Remains as well as national and international articles. She worked as a psychotherapist for many years in DC whe…

Rewilding means reconnecting with your “wild untamed soul.” Remember the way home with this practice.

Roadside Assistance for the spiritual traveler.

“This spiritual renaissance is real and has not stopped. It’s just that it’s growth—and, like all growth, it’s messy.” - Marianne Williamson

In a world that feels divided, mantras for group unity and transformation.

Although Western interest in Buddhism has clearly grown in recent decades, with a special interest in practices such as meditation and mindfulness, some people may still dismiss it as either an ancient Asian religion involving arcane rituals or a fad of rock stars and Hollywood actors.

Dive in to our special section on 100+ books we love.

Grow spiritually ... with inspiration from a thief? Read on.

“When we feel useless, we wish we could be instead brilliant and brawny, angelic and fierce, valiantly taking action. But inaction—or what looks like it—is often useful, too.”

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"I believe love wins, and find it does no good to read the negative news that I have little control over. I don’t have control over world affairs. I can vote. I can write articles and support candidates whom I believe are humble, honorable, wise, and driven to do the right thing."

We interviewed Sharon Salzberg for this issue to honor her remarkable career. With COVID-19 on everyone’s mind as we went to print, she graciously allowed us to share an adapted excerpt from Real Happiness.

The authors put power dynamics and social privilege in context, making it clear why so-called “politically incorrect” speech can be hurtful to the marginalized and disenfranchised.

“Thirty minutes spent grounded and expressing yourself through visual arts is 30 minutes of fresh, pure creative energy flowing through your body and infusing your cells—to flush old energy out and wash in new life, giving energy on a spiritual level! … A renewal of spirit.”

Joseph Campbell describes the second stage of marriage as a place of alchemy, “of the two experiencing that they are one.” Taking the time to dance together can make that alchemy happen.

Teaching mindfulness to kids has been said to improve their wellbeing, boost performance in the classroom, increase emotional intelligence, and reduce stress and “negative” behavior.

Breath is Life. Try these picks from S&H to breathe with ease.

In the last two issues of S&H, I’ve written two articles. This is the one that was trying to get out…

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Decreased consumption of violent media can significantly improve your quality of life—learn how.

Shoma Morita was a Zen Buddhist, and his therapy left a lasting spiritual mark on Japan.

Writer Jaimal Yogis shares his spiritual journey and talks about his latest book.

Books, Music, Film, Health, Healing, Wellness, Meditation

Bring your attention to the present moment with these tools for mindfulness.

Inside the Surprising Science of Infectious Behaviors and Viral Emotions and What They Tell Us About Ourselves

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There’s an interesting story about a woman being chased by a tiger. She is running for her life and comes to the edge of a cliff. Here, she notices a sturdy vine, and climbs down t…

By Kevin O’Brien When you walk into the chapel at Christ’s Peace House of Prayer in Easton, Kansas, you remove your shoes as you step on holy ground. In its glory, religious symbo…

To come to know and to make sense of and to share our stories is not an act of selfishness, but an act of growth, healing, and ultimately, generosity. But what is a writer to do with a violent story she cannot narrate—when it’s her own?

Kristin Neff, PhD, created the scale that psychologists worldwide use to measure self-compassion. Now she reveals the hidden superpower that makes being kind to yourself a primal force for justice.

For one, cut through the feeling that any challenging circumstance is permanent.

Practicing death awareness need not be morbid. It can help you live your values more fully and cherish your life.

Humans lean toward the negative, but we can overcome this tendency. Discover five Buddhism-inspired ways to be happier right now.

Discover six practices rooted in Buddhist teaching that can dissipate anger.

If you feel caught in a fear loop, work with these five Buddhist methods to ground yourself.

“What we need to realize is that this sense of meaninglessness does not come from our lives but from the quality of awareness with which we live our lives.” Explore how the simple practice of awareness can improve your quality of life.

We spoke with author LaUra Schmidt about climate grief, healing personal trauma, and how spirituality and climate awareness are connected.

Buddhism offers deep wisdom to help us practice compassion every day, both towards ourselves and others. Try these five tools to develop greater compassion.

Though life is different after trauma, it can also get better. Explore how one author found deep healing by connecting to herself pre-trauma, and learn how you can do the same.

An excerpt from Buddhism for Couples by Sarah Napthali

How I turned from the question of what I wanted from life to what life wants from me

Guide yourself to a healthier relationship with food using affirmations like: “With each bite, I feel more energized.”

Read these for New Year’s resolutions worth keeping

“We must forever conduct our struggle on the high plane of dignity and discipline.” —Martin Luther King Jr.

Try positive self-talk to eat better, feel stronger, and rejuvenate your body.

The art of moving into the peaceful state of Letgo.

Trees are considered sacred in many cultures. Tree worship, in one form or another, has been practiced almost universally by ancient peoples in every corner of the globe.

The cat died.That she was 17 and riddled with cancer didn’t make her passing any easier for the rest of us. We cried hard when we put her down. The vet tech was sweet. “It’s the pr…

We spoke to the Upaya Zen Center founder about her understanding of suffering, shamanic studies, and environmental activism.

Practice mindful cleaning with eco-friendly products to help maintain a healthy environment—in nature and in your home.CLEANING MEDITATION“One day, while washing a bowl, I felt tha…

On the front lines fighting for the dignity of an invisible workforce, Ai-jen Poo aims to rehumanize society.

My husband works all the time, and I’m a stay-at-home mother. He says he is working to maintain our lifestyle and future retirement, and I say that our children’s lives are passing…

Your host Rabbi Rami talks to writer John Malkin about punk rock and spiritual anarchy—themes in his book What You Think Changes How You Act. John is a regular contributor to Spiri…

Heartbeats: Music Infused InsightsMonique RhodesSounds TrueAwakening to the present moment—“the eternal now”—is a spiritual thread that weaves through Heartbeats: Music Infused Ins…

Directed by Velcrow RipperAlive Mind MediaDocumentary“Fierce Light was created to empower people,” says filmmaker Velcrow Ripper. “The philosophy that guides my work is the transfo…

Directed by Martin DoblmeierJourney FilmsDocumentaryHorror and dismay have been evoked by the Holocaust, the execution-style slayings of Amish girls peacefully studying in their cl…

Movement has the power to heal, to cultivate strength, and to nourish the mind–body connection. Try these DVDs to explore your own dynamic flow—all from the comfort of home. …