by Infinite Smile | Jan 6, 2011 | Blog
This entry comes from the book, Awake in This Life. ____ The Chinese Master Yunmen referred to the most profound Buddhist teachings as simply being “an appropriate response” to the circumstances of our lives. Any time we see egolessness in action, we are...
by Infinite Smile | Dec 28, 2010 | Blog
This entry comes from the book, Awake in This Life. ______ As we’ve discussed, no person can enlighten another. Some realized people have a gift for pointing out Truth, but you must realize it for yourself. Whenever we meet another with the fullness of our...
by Infinite Smile | Dec 21, 2010 | Blog, Commuter Zen, Video
If they’re all about “non-attachment,” can Buddhists be political?
by Infinite Smile | Dec 15, 2010 | Blog
The Infinite Smile Sangha has been known for bucking tradition rather significantly. Nothing against tradition, it’s just the way the organization has evolved. But there are some aspects of tradition that still find their way into our work. The Shuso Ceremony is...
by Infinite Smile | Nov 30, 2010 | Blog, Commuter Zen, Video
Does the quality of our love change as our practice deepens?