Shambhala does have unique teachings, as do many Buddhist traditions. For example, certain teachings within Shambhala have to do with raising the personal windhorse, or the energy of the individual, so a person has good fortitude to be able to live a good life.

Karma moves in two directions. If we act virtuously, the seed we plant will result in happiness. If we act non-virtuously, suffering results.

Even when we speak of selflessness, the mind goes to "me." We think, "I'm selfless," but everything is selfless.

My books definitely are ambassadors, as you called them. They express what the vision is, what the purpose is.

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

I write about whatever is timely - whatever is happening at the time for me - with what the expressive feeling is.

When the mind is totally present, it is relaxed, nimble, and sensitive. It feels lighter and clearer. It notices everything, but it is not distracted by anything. It is the feeling of knowing exactly where you are and what you are doing.