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My Cousin’s Death Taught Me the Meaning of Life:
A lesson in existentialism and mortality
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Tag Archives: Tibetan Buddhism
Kintsugi: Finding Beauty in Brokenness
Japanese ceramic art tradition highlights history and celebrates imperfection
The 15th century Japanese art of “Kintsugi” (golden joinery) or “Kintsukuroi” (golden repair) involves the mending of shattered ceramics with “urushi” lacquer and powdered metal — most commonly gold. The central philosophy of Kintsugi is that an object is made … Continue reading
The Ancient Practice of Sky Burial
How the nomads of Mongolia return their loved ones to the universe
For thousands of years, the nomads of Mongolia have roamed the steppes of Central Asia, carrying their belongings and setting up their tents, called “gers,” on the harsh, inhospitable land. One of the last remaining nomadic cultures on Earth, these … Continue reading
Unlocking the Tibetan Practice of Phowa
The Tibetan Buddhist practice of phowa grants the power to find enlightenment in preparing for death
In Tibetan Buddhist tradition, the practice of phowa (pronounced po-wa) is a sacred form of meditation designed to prepare your consciousness to transcend your body after death. Like mantram singing, phowa is a lifelong endeavor that can be picked up … Continue reading