healing

A gesture of kindness

The next time you find yourself in a bad mood, take a moment to pause and ask yourself, “What is…

October 4, 2013

Synesthesia may explain how some healers can see auras

Researchers in Spain have found that at least some of the individuals claiming to see the so-called aura of people…

May 7, 2012

New article on The Medicine Buddha, Bhaisajyaguru

Bodhipaksa and Srivandana have posted a new article in our mantra section on the Medicine Buddha, Bhaisajyaguru. The article includes…

February 6, 2009

Healing the mind’s wounds

How do we heal wounds in the mind? Author and performer Vimalasara offers advice, and a poem. Every time we…

August 26, 2008

“Healing Breath: Zen for Christians and Buddhists in a Wounded World,” by Rubin Habito

Zen and Christianity may have much to offer each other and to learn from each other. But is it possible…

December 21, 2007

Back to the Future for Pain Management (eMedia Wire)

More and more pain sufferers are turning to traditional alternatives such as acupuncture, herbal medicine and meditation. In addition to…

July 13, 2004

Awakening to the Medicine Buddha (Phayul Times, Tibet)

A story, a meditation practice and a way of understanding healing, the Medicine Buddha has been used for centuries by…

March 31, 2004

How a 10-day silence transformed my life

I have been filled with gratitude since I attended the 10-day course in Vipassana meditation last October. Since October is…

January 27, 2004