Michael's Blog
For many years I've been a student of life. I firmly believe that my practice of yoga and the teachings of the Buddha over four decades have made a significant difference in my life. Or maybe it's an illusion, and I would have ended up right where I am today anyway.
And yesterday I read an articl...
As the author of a book, “Turn Stress Into Bliss,” that has sold well, why would I want to say “stress is not the problem”? Simple. I now believe stress manifests an even bigger problem in our society. And that problem is disconnection and fragmentation, and stress is the mere result of those cond...
Tired of the roller-coaster days that life brings? Are your emotions pulled this way or that from almost every turn of events, often surrounded by primarily unhappy people? Wishing you were somewhere else? You are not alone.
Equanimity is a state of being where relative calm exists even amidst cha...
This talk illustrates the significance of Awareness as a practice and as a necessary pre-condition for transforming your life. Consider how significant awareness has become in your life. What are some things you are aware of now that you wish you might have been aware of sooner? And then let it g...
"How do I know if my life choices are wise ones?'
Here's what might be considered the two most important criteria from a Buddhist perspective
First -whatever the choice was it would lead to no harm to themself or to others.
This one is pretty straightforward and it's usually easy to pick up on...
There's a lot of talk about the need for resilience these days. And indeed, those who have it will generally bounce back after a rough time better than those who don't. But is resilience all that's needed? Other things are vital also. These include awareness, discernment, wise action, and the capa...
By Michael Lee
“Come here,” she said,
As I looked death in her eye.
No, not yet your time, she said,
I call you instead to come to visit
Here to know me
But fear me not.
Let me remind you though,
Come here to this moment.
Life happens now
And I’m calling you “here”
Here to now.
Ye...
It’s been a tough couple of years for many of us, with the strain and stresses of these extraordinary times affecting many aspects of our lives, including our relationships. As Valentine’s Day approaches this year, you might be asking how you can rejuvenate your relationship in some unique way. You ...
