Understand the Seven Chakras

Understand the Seven Chakras  Seven Chakras are the energy powerhouses through which the energy flows in our bodies. The word “chakra” means “wheel” in Sanskrit. The energy in each chakra whirls and spins like a vortex, generating tremendous forces to maintain excellent health in our bodies. Understanding the Seven Chakras […]

The Lotus Sutra by Hendrik Kern (Chapter V – On Plants)

The Sutra of the Lotus Flower of the Wonderful Law Translated By H. Kern (1884) CHAPTER V ON PLANTS Thereupon the Lord addressed the venerable Mahâ-Kâsyapa and the other senior great disciples, and said: Very well, very well, Kâsyapa; you have done very well to proclaim the real qualities of […]

You Can Heal Your Life: 10 Affirmations by Louise Hay

You Can Heal Your Life: 10 Affirmations by Louise Hay Louise Hay is the author of the book “You Can Heal Your Life” and the founder of Hay House. Louise believes that every disease and illness have metaphysical causes. It is through changing one’s thoughts by accepting and embracing oneself […]

The Buddha Carried His Father’s Coffin

One day, while the Buddha was residing at Vulture Peak meditating, a messenger came from his father’s palace to tell him that his father was seriously ill. The Buddha quickly settled matters in the monastery, and went to see his father. When his father, who was ninety-three years old, saw […]

30 Inspirational Quotes that are Poetically Beautiful

30 Inspirational Quotes that are Poetically Beautiful I love quotes, especially those quotes that are not only delightfully inspirational, but also stylistically elegant and poetically beautiful. It is impossible to list all quotes that are as uplifting as they are poetic. Here are 30 thought-provoking quotes that have infused a myriad of […]

10 Mahayana Buddhist Leaders

Is there a Buddhist leader who has inspired you tremendously in your Buddhist practice? Everyone of us has a Buddhist leader whom we look upon as a role model and an inspiration in our spiritual devotion and personal cultivation. We benefit from their dedication and indefatigable efforts to make Buddhism accessible for […]

10 Inspirational Quotes from Daisaku Ikeda

Daisaku Ikeda is the president of Soka Gakkai International (SGI), a lay Buddhist organization based on the teaching of Nichiren Buddhism. Mr. Ikeda realizes the vision of his mentor, Josei Toda, to propagate Nichiren Buddhism throughout the globe for the happiness of humanity. Thus, in the context of SGI, the spirit […]

10 Quotes of Happiness in the Lotus Sutra

  Buddhism is happiness, joy, and exuberance. Nothing is more delightful than the Joy of the Law of Buddhahood. It is not surprising, thus, that a total of 158 number of happiness-related words appear in the Lotus Sutra. Let’s take a look at the facts & figures: joy (欢喜) – […]

10 Types of Energy Healing Modalities

10 Types of Energy Healing Modalities Energy – also known as Chi, Ki, Qi, Prana, Force – is all around us. All living entities – birds, flowers, trees and even us people – are manifestations of energy.  We are living in a world of energy and we can tap on […]