By Hugh Delehant — 1994
A Buddhist practitioner for twenty years, Phil Jackson revolutionized coaching by leading with a Zen approach to the sport that centers on awareness training, selfless teamwork, and “aggressiveness without anger.”
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CLEAR ALL
The sun doesn’t stop shining just because there are clouds in the sky. Our buddhanature is always present and available, even when life gets difficult.
Forget about learning from the past and applying those lessons to the future: reclaim and expand the present moment.
One of the most in-depth meditation studies to date shows that different practices have different benefits.
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A meditation guide for beginners.
This page offers an introduction to Tibetan Buddhism by Pema Khandro.
The “do it all myself” mentality is praised by society as a strong work ethic and tenacious independence. But it’s actually a habit born from trauma and feeling unworthy.
Mindfulness is available to us in every moment, not just the special or precious ones. We just have to tune into it throughout the day.
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“Living in the present” is a recognized and evidence-backed lifestyle that psychologists are quick to recommend for those struggling with anxiety and stress in their day-to-day life.
Jana Long writes that for her, the meaning of life is found in the simple act of bearing witness to the here and now.
As the old adage goes, if you think you're enlightened, go home to mom and dad and the rest of the family and see what happens. If you haven't completely released the grip of the past, it will surely come back to haunt you now.