I would never recommend that you stop meditating altogether, but I would tell you that at certain times it si okay to end a session. Today I talk about how to end a session in the midst of meditating, and when exactly you would want to. Come Listen.

It’s been a while since I have uploaded a meditation, and since I have been speaking about creating a consistent meditation habit I thought I would share one that is perfect for beginners. This one minute meditation is the perfect starting point for those who are just starting out.

Many times I get questions from listeners that are important, but don’t have enough fullness to allow me to designate an entire show to them. So today I thought I would gather up a few of them to answer and share them with you. Come listen.

Hands are great for hugging, shaking or doing work, but what do you with them while you are meditating? Let's talk about it.

Sam Mowe is a contributor to Tricycle. Like many contributors, he shares his awakenings with the reading audience so that they can glean something from his life. Today he shares a story about a trip he took with his wife and new daughter Lila to Mount Koya in Japan. On this pilgrimage he learns about peace, acceptance and lineage.

Whether you know much about Buddhism or not, chances are good you have heard the word Karma before. Heck, it has even made its way on to TV and in the movies occasionally. But in those instances, and even in yours, the word is often used incorrectly. What do you say we learn what it really means?

Anger; it is uncontrollable. It gets us in its clutches and doesn't let go. We are helpless! Or are we? Not according to Ken McLeod. In todays Tricycle article, he talks about four ways to corral and use anger to our benefit.

Many times life can be so tough that we forget all our practices; meditation, prayer, etc.. However, even in the most difficult times our soul can lead us to hope, to places that restore our innate understanding that everything is happening the way it is supposed to, and that you will make it through to the other side. Today I read a great article by Sandy Boucher that reveals that lesson perfectly. Come listen.

I love getting mail that brings a smile to my face, and Friday I got that smile. The Fall issue of Tricycle magazine came out. It is the Buddhist review that has such wonderfully beautiful articles about how Buddhist principles can help us live calmer, more meaningful lives.

Today’s article comes from Pema Chodron, who talks about ways to avoid becoming negative and despairing when things in the world seem bleak. It is absolutely incredible. Come listen.