Archive - The Dalai Lama's Cat: Buddhist compassion in action

The power of mind to heal

Growing up in Zimbabwe, Africa, I was intrigued by n’angas, spiritual healers in Shona culture, who seemed capable not only of curing sometimes advanced…

Apr 12 •

Another day for you and me in paradise

Photo: Vengye in hospital post-surgery

Apr 8 •

Three things I learned from my teacher: Geshe Thubten Loden

Photo: Geshe Acharya Thubten Loden: Founder of The Tibetan Buddhist Society

Apr 5 •

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Apr 1 •

March 2025

Do you feel spiritually unworthy? Some Buddhist wisdom

For those of us who value inner development, sometimes what holds us back, more than anything, is a feeling of being unworthy.

Mar 30 •

Who cares for the carers? You do!

Heartfelt thanks from the elephant carers at Panda Masuie

Mar 25 •

Why cultivate compassion for awful people?

Hint: it isn't about them

Mar 22 •

A walk through my books

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Mar 15 •

When an obstacle is really a blessing

As my regular readers know, every year I do a survey to check in with you on the articles I offer, the balance between fiction and non-fiction, personal…

Mar 8 •

If being human is such great karma, why are some people born into war zones?

Buddhist Advice Column

Mar 1 •

February 2025

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