Daily Dharma

On the air [the swans] rise And fly an invisible course, Gathering nothing, storing nothing. Their food is knowledge. They live upon emptiness. They have… Read More »The Daily Dharma – December 16, 2021

The most astonishing fact of human life is that most of us think that it’s possible to minimize and even eliminate suffering. We actually think… Read More »The Daily Dharma – December 15, 2021

“Traditionally, connecting to the fundamental source of being is described as discovering an inexhaustible spring of pure water for the thirsty; the keys to the… Read More »The Daily Dharma – December 14, 2021

“Being creative is intrinsically human. Whether it is an artwork you make, a dinner you cook, or the skillful way you talk your daughter out… Read More »The Daily Dharma – December 13, 2021

“Creativity is the food of joy. When we are creative, we express the joy of being alive. We are all creative at the core. But… Read More »The Daily Dharma – December 12, 2021

“A beggar had been sitting by the side of a road for over thirty years. One day a stranger walked by. “Spare some change?” mumbled… Read More »The Daily Dharma – December 11, 2021

“It may be hard to convince yourself of the value of interior silence. But if you are going to practice centering prayer, the only way… Read More »The Daily Dharma – December 10, 2021

“Meditation is about resting completely. Not just physically resting but resting completely. Complete rest includes letting go of all forms of mental effort. Mind is… Read More »The Daily Dharma – December 9, 2021

“We usually think that although the entire universe may not be my show, at least my life is my show. We think that we are… Read More »The Daily Dharma – December 8, 2021

At the end of the way The master finds freedom From desire and sorrow — Freedom without bounds. Those who awaken Never rest in one… Read More »The Daily Dharma – December 7, 2021