Rest in natural great peace, this exhausted mind. Beaten helplessly by karma and neurotic thought, like the relentless fury of the pounding waves, in the infinite ocean of samsara. Sogyal Rinpoche offers insight into this beautiful poem by Nyoshul Khen Rinpoche about taming the mind, a fundamental Buddhist philosophy. He explains that if we just […]

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Although quite common on the roads these days, you may, over the past few weeks, have spotted one particular little gem in and around town. The title on its birth certificate would read ‘Champagne silver 2009 Hyundai Tucson 2l GLS’ but I call it mine. Your first inclination may be to consider me arrogant followed […]

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I have been blessed with an amazing weekend. All I had to do was get out there and enjoy each moment as it presented itself. Whether you engage or observe, I encourage that you do the same. Swim in the ocean, invite a friend to tea or take a walk around the block. You’ll be […]

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A new year. A new me. That’s what January offers along with an extra kilo or 2. But does this mean that the ‘me’ of yesteryear didn’t make the grade. A bit harsh, don’t you think? So I decided on something different. I chose to honour the woman I am. A diamond, a beautiful smile, […]

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