“When experiencing a pleasant feeling, the meditator knows: ‘I experience a pleasant feeling’; when experiencing a painful feeling, the meditator knows: ‘I experience a painful feeling’; when experiencing a neutral feeling, the meditator knows: ‘I experience a neutral feeling.’"Mindfulness of Feelings, Mahasatipatthana Sutra The Four Foundations of Mindfulness form one of the central teachings of Read More
Tag: Nepal
Why Buddhists Walk Clockwise Around Stupa
Why do Buddhists walk clockwise around stupa and mani walls? A personal reflection from Nepal exploring Buddhist respect, karma, pilgrimage, and the deeper meaning of circumambulation.
Manjushri and the Meaning of Wisdom in Buddhism
The word "wisdom" appears repeatedly throughout the Dhammapada, and for good reason. Within the Noble Eightfold Path, wisdom forms one of the three central areas of practice alongside moral discipline and mental discipline. The two elements associated with wisdom are Right View and Right Intention, which together encourage a clearer understanding of ourselves and the Read More
Meditation at Home: Bringing Buddhist Practice from Nepal into Daily Life
My recent pilgrimage to Nepal did not end when I returned home. In many ways, it began here. What I had observed in temples and monasteries—simple acts of devotion, quiet attention, and shared practice—has gradually found its way into my daily life through paying attention to my meditation space and structure. Not as something recreated, Read More
The Quiet Stillness of Lagan Ashoka Stupa
In the busy heart of Lalitpur, the Lagan Ashoka Stupa feels unexpectedly quiet. Traffic moves constantly nearby, people pass through the surrounding streets, and yet within the stupa grounds there is a noticeable sense of stillness. Trees and shrubs soften the noise of the city, while a large pond—currently being restored—adds to the atmosphere of Read More