The Power of Words: Why It’s Time to Update the Language of Yin Yoga, by Josh Summers MaOM In Yin Yoga, our words hold just as much weight as our […]
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Miles Sherts | The “I” of the Problem
Josh and Miles explore the problem of being somebody and the role of the ego in creating internal conflict and external turmoil. We highlight the importance of addressing the […]
Seeds + Beads | Introduction to Mantra + Mala
A Gift From Our Sangha We – Terry and Josh – wish to thank the members of the River Bird Sangha for their practice and support. It is their supporting […]
What Good Qi Does | The Six Functions of Qi
In Chinese Medicine, when we think about the health or dysfunction of our bodies and minds, we talk about the health of our Qi, or our vital energy. When our […]
Free Journaling Guide | Ways of Contemplative Journaling
We hope you enjoy this free journaling guide. For hundreds of Yin Yoga, Qi Gong and meditation classes with Josh and Terry, as well as access to practicing with us […]
Tami Simon | The Dharma of Dogs (republished)
In 2018, I interviewed Tami Simon, founder of Sounds True, about a book she edited called The Dharma of Dogs. The original interview was published by MeaningofLife.tv on February 15, […]
Ode To Oliver
It’s been about a week now. Last Sunday, Dr. Oliver Sacks died. For those who have not yet had the great pleasure of reading Oliver Sacks, I’ll make the briefest of introductions […]
Thoughts on Thinking
From the previous discussion of Wise View, we move along the Eightfold Path to contemplate Wise Intention, sometimes referred to as Right Intention. The Buddha describes Wise Intention as a threefold […]
A Mind With a View
In the last Minute, I gave a brief overview of the Buddha’s Noble Eightfold Path and how it works to uproot problematic patterns within the mind and leads to an experiential […]
Radiant and Pure
A frequently cited passage from the Buddha’s teaching is this: “the heart’s nature is intrinsically radiant; defilements are only visitors.” (A 1.61) The term ‘defilement’ is slightly anachronistic. But used here, it […]
The Worldly Winds
Again and again, whether in casual conversation or during workshops, a well-intentioned student or friend will suggest that the aim of meditation is to “get into a ‘neutral’ state of […]
When The Zen Hits The Fan
I hope this finds you well, relatively cool, and relaxed. In spite of my name, I find the summer to be the most challenging of seasons. It’s the heat, you […]
Stop Making Sense
I know, I know. I KNOW. You’re probably wondering where the hell I’ve been! I apologize. Again. Many of you have taken notice of the gaping swaths of time that […]
A Magical Illusion
Over the last several months, I’ve been offering reflections on the khandas, or aggregates of experience from which we fashion a sense of self. I’ve looked at the body, feelings, perceptions, […]
A Large Banana Tree
After a long hiatus from these Minutes, I want to extend a warm greeting to you all. A lot of new and exciting endeavors have been bubbling in my life, […]
A Shimmering Mirage
I’m back in Boston, after a wonderful tour of Europe, and ready to bring you the next installment of reflections on the khandas(aggregates). For newcomers, the khandas are the elements of our experience […]
Bubbles Of Water
At present, I’m visiting dear friends whom I met 13 years ago while studying Iyengar Yoga in Pune, India! A lot has changed, and, of course, there also seem to […]
A Lump Of Foam
First and foremost, you will notice that the format of this Minute has been spruced up a bit. Many thanks to Dana Busch for her artistic design!! Soon, also, there will be […]
The Resolution Of Self
In this final installment of reflecting on the nuances of resolution, I’d like to consider a third working definition ofresolution. By way of review, the first two definitions we considered […]
The Buddha’s Resolve
Last week, I encouraged you to consider the difference between aspirations and goals, particularly as they relate to your New Year’s intentions and meditation practice. This week, I’ll look a […]
Minute For Hitch
This morning, I woke early. 4:32am, exactly. My new canine companion needed relief, which was fine enough. But after the walk, I stumbled past the computer only to learn that […]