Meditation is not an escape from suffering, but a movement towards it.
Tag: mindfullness
A focused life is a happy life
The greatest bane of our time is distraction. We live in a culture of perpetual distraction, where the modern economy … More
Understanding Suffering: Lessons from Dostoevsky, Schopenhauer and Krishna
Why does suffering exist? Is it a cruel trick of fate, a test of character, or something more profound?
How to Manage Suffering from Unmet Desires
Nearly all of us have parts of our lives that haven’t quite gone according to plan. These desires can generally … More
What if this is it?
What if there isn’t a better future? What if this is it? This is a deeply sobering thought and not … More
The Coming Age of AI: Machines and the essence of being human
Introduction Over the last few months, I have spent a great deal of time in silence and deep reflection. In … More
How Modern Life Disempowers Us
How modern life disempowers us and what we can do about it.
Why an achievement mindset leads to neurosis
Shifting from an achievement mindset to a curiosity mindset is imperative for mental health.
Meditation builds your capacity for peace
Meditation does not make you happy all the time. Rather, it is building your capacity for resilience.
Keeping our resolutions
How can we make and keep resolutions in a joyful way?