Venerable Hung I introduces various schools of Buddhism, focusing on Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism.
Venerable Hung I introduces various schools of Buddhism, focusing on Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism.
What is happiness, and how can we all get some? Biochemist turned Buddhist monk Matthieu Ricard, sometimes called “the happiest man in the world,” says we can train our minds in habits of well-being, to generate a true sense of serenity and fulfillment.
Pioneering mindfulness researcher Jon Kabat-Zinn delivers a 2-hour talk at Dartmouth College, in which he describes mindfulness and its many applications to mind/body medicine. He leaves the audience with some inspiring words on how to kick start mindfulness programs in schools, hospitals, and political offices.
Buddhist roshi Joan Halifax works with people at the last stage of life (in hospice and on death row). She shares what she’s learned about compassion in the face of death and dying, and a deep insight into the nature of empathy.