Being fooled into trying to make things work out for 'me' is called samsara.

When we appreciate something, that means we have allowed ourselves to relax and take it in.

If ruling our world stems from developing certainty in our sanity, how do we discover it? The Shambhala teachings instruct us to "put our mind of fearfulness in the cradle of loving-kindnes."

Running and meditation are very personal activities. Therefore they are lonely. This loneliness is one of their best qualities because it strengthens our incentive to motivate ourselves.

If we can feel confident in our goodness, it will illuminate our life and society

You need to eat well, sleep well, and have a roof over your head, but don’t go much further than that before extending yourself to others.

Your life and your practice should not be separate. You bring your practice into experience. You bring it about.