Articles related to "Zen"
Bonsai Trees
Bonsai trees embody the profound Zen philosophy. This article first explains this embodiment and then gives an outline of the types of bonsai and how to cultivate them.
• bonsai • bonsai trees • zen • zen buddhism • horticulture
Bonsai trees embody the profound Zen philosophy. This article first explains this embodiment and then gives an outline of the types of bonsai and how to cultivate them.
• bonsai • bonsai trees • zen • zen buddhism • horticulture
An Interview With Carol Neiman, Editor-in-Chief of Osho International
Carol Neiman talks about the Osho Zen Tarot, transcendance, past lives, and what an Osho is.
• tarot • interviews • osho zen tarot • zen • carol neiman
Carol Neiman talks about the Osho Zen Tarot, transcendance, past lives, and what an Osho is.
• tarot • interviews • osho zen tarot • zen • carol neiman
The Reality Bathtub
What do you know about how reality works? How did you come to your conclusions? Hop into the Reality Tub and see what you don't know...no splashing!
• buddhism • buddhist • reality • zen • zen mind beginners mind
What do you know about how reality works? How did you come to your conclusions? Hop into the Reality Tub and see what you don't know...no splashing!
• buddhism • buddhist • reality • zen • zen mind beginners mind
Ask Doctor Zen
With tongue firmly in cheek, I offer this column on advice to the lovelorn and others. Of course, I am only the humble instrument, the intermediary of that way totally enlightened master, Doctor Zen.
• zen • doctor zen • humor • advice • spoof
With tongue firmly in cheek, I offer this column on advice to the lovelorn and others. Of course, I am only the humble instrument, the intermediary of that way totally enlightened master, Doctor Zen.
• zen • doctor zen • humor • advice • spoof
BACKTRACK: Zen Garden
Planting the seeds of clipart and watching it grow.
• imagination • common • thought • catharsis • art
Planting the seeds of clipart and watching it grow.
• imagination • common • thought • catharsis • art
Designing a Japanese Zen Garden
A relaxing garden atmosphere for reflection and meditation is easy to create using some of these ancient Japanese principles in your garden landscape design.
• japanese garden design • zen garden • meditation garden • symbolism • japanese plants
A relaxing garden atmosphere for reflection and meditation is easy to create using some of these ancient Japanese principles in your garden landscape design.
• japanese garden design • zen garden • meditation garden • symbolism • japanese plants
Japanese Zen Garden Plants
These plants are authentic choices for a Japanese garden and provide color, contrast of form and a meditative beauty to a reflection garden area.
• japanese garden plants • japanese maples • japanese apricot • chrysanthemums • tree peony
These plants are authentic choices for a Japanese garden and provide color, contrast of form and a meditative beauty to a reflection garden area.
• japanese garden plants • japanese maples • japanese apricot • chrysanthemums • tree peony
Ray Bradbury's Zen and Writing
Ray Bradbury, an American literary icon, discusses being a writer and the writer's life in this collection of essays.
• ray bradbury • zen • art of writing • writing life • tips for writers
Ray Bradbury, an American literary icon, discusses being a writer and the writer's life in this collection of essays.
• ray bradbury • zen • art of writing • writing life • tips for writers
Soto Zen Meditation
An experienced Soto Zen meditator describes this meditation technique, gives hints on how to practise it, and describes what benefits it can have.
• soto zen • meditation • zafu • meditation cushion • sitting still
An experienced Soto Zen meditator describes this meditation technique, gives hints on how to practise it, and describes what benefits it can have.
• soto zen • meditation • zafu • meditation cushion • sitting still
Soto Zen Meditation in Daily Life
An experienced Soto Zen meditator describes how to apply the technique to work and leisure activities throughout the day.
• soto zen meditation • meditation in everyday life • working meditation • how to practice meditation • meditation in all activities
An experienced Soto Zen meditator describes how to apply the technique to work and leisure activities throughout the day.
• soto zen meditation • meditation in everyday life • working meditation • how to practice meditation • meditation in all activities
The Dreamweaver And The Mystic: Gary Snyder Turns Zen Buddhism Into The Art Of Tradition
If anything, the beats were exemplified by their diversity and individuality. Gary Snyder was surely different, and discovered new boundaries for the arts by studying the magic of the ancient eastern cultures of Japan and China.
• zen buddhism • japan • gary snyder • practice of the wild • the old ways
If anything, the beats were exemplified by their diversity and individuality. Gary Snyder was surely different, and discovered new boundaries for the arts by studying the magic of the ancient eastern cultures of Japan and China.
• zen buddhism • japan • gary snyder • practice of the wild • the old ways
The Zen of Earthsea
A look at the philosophical matrix of A Wizard of Earthsea.
• le guin • fantasy • philosophy • psychology
A look at the philosophical matrix of A Wizard of Earthsea.
• le guin • fantasy • philosophy • psychology
The Zen of....
Mystical and mysterious Zen has seen a growth in American pop culture. What is Zen and what makes it so useful for the art of motorcycle maintenance?
• zen • religion • zazen • buddhism • koan
Mystical and mysterious Zen has seen a growth in American pop culture. What is Zen and what makes it so useful for the art of motorcycle maintenance?
• zen • religion • zazen • buddhism • koan
Tofu Zen
Tofu comes in a wide variety of forms and its production has been at the heart of Japanese culture.
• tofu • japan • soybean • mukashi dofu • shima dofu
Tofu comes in a wide variety of forms and its production has been at the heart of Japanese culture.
• tofu • japan • soybean • mukashi dofu • shima dofu
Zen and the Art of Being Jedi
In developing Star Wars, George Lucas has pulled together diverse elements from numerous religions, mythologies, and cultures to create a rich universe that is a great reflection of who we are as a people. The principles of the Jedi are particularly interesting in that they heavily reflect the practices and principles of Buddhism. Find out something that has been known in Asia for millennia and learn about Zen and the Art of Being Jedi.
• star wars • george lucas • luke skywalker • anakin skywalker • obi-wan
In developing Star Wars, George Lucas has pulled together diverse elements from numerous religions, mythologies, and cultures to create a rich universe that is a great reflection of who we are as a people. The principles of the Jedi are particularly interesting in that they heavily reflect the practices and principles of Buddhism. Find out something that has been known in Asia for millennia and learn about Zen and the Art of Being Jedi.
• star wars • george lucas • luke skywalker • anakin skywalker • obi-wan
Zen Master’s Ski-to-Live Clinic
Big mind Zen teachings are combined with skiing instruction to create a unique Ski-to-Live Clinic at Deer Valley Resort.
• skiing • deer valley • ski to live • kristen ulmer • genpo roshi
Big mind Zen teachings are combined with skiing instruction to create a unique Ski-to-Live Clinic at Deer Valley Resort.
• skiing • deer valley • ski to live • kristen ulmer • genpo roshi
Zen Quotes by Sun Sign
Here are some great meditations for your sign. From the blogs' "Zen Quote of the Day" series.
• sun signs • sun sign inspirations • aries quotes • tarus quotes • gemini quotes
Here are some great meditations for your sign. From the blogs' "Zen Quote of the Day" series.
• sun signs • sun sign inspirations • aries quotes • tarus quotes • gemini quotes
Zen Rock Garden
For a week in which we need a little meditation and peace.
• imagination • common • thought • catharsis • art
For a week in which we need a little meditation and peace.
• imagination • common • thought • catharsis • art
Japanese Tea Ceremony
The Japanese tea ceremony began during the Medieval Age and has continued with few changes since the formalized rules were created.
• tea ceremony • samurai • japanese medieval age • zen buddhism • teahouses
The Japanese tea ceremony began during the Medieval Age and has continued with few changes since the formalized rules were created.
• tea ceremony • samurai • japanese medieval age • zen buddhism • teahouses
Gardens - Call Them Like You See Them
What's in a name? A lot - because what you call your garden style may deeply affect the way people view it. At the least it will affect how you see it and how much enjoyment you get from it. Let's look at what's in a name and what it says both about us and our gardens.
• formal gardens • cottage gardens • white gardens • zen • black plants
What's in a name? A lot - because what you call your garden style may deeply affect the way people view it. At the least it will affect how you see it and how much enjoyment you get from it. Let's look at what's in a name and what it says both about us and our gardens.
• formal gardens • cottage gardens • white gardens • zen • black plants
Gardens for Contemplation
Find a nook in your garden where you can free your mind to contemplate great ideas - or just find some peace and tranquillity.
• contemplation gardens • tranquility • zen gardens
Find a nook in your garden where you can free your mind to contemplate great ideas - or just find some peace and tranquillity.
• contemplation gardens • tranquility • zen gardens
History of Buddhism in Japan
Of all religions, Buddhism has the most impact on the lives of modern Japanese, who mix it with their indigenous Shinto beliefs and a strong dose of Edo Era Confucianism. How did this come to pass? Read this article to find out.
• shinto • buddhism • japan • buddha • nichiren
Of all religions, Buddhism has the most impact on the lives of modern Japanese, who mix it with their indigenous Shinto beliefs and a strong dose of Edo Era Confucianism. How did this come to pass? Read this article to find out.
• shinto • buddhism • japan • buddha • nichiren
Kendo and the Warrior Spirit -- Part 4 of 5
The serious kendoist keeps alive the spirit of the samurai. His sword has turned from metal to bamboo, but his mind and spirit are still forged steel, blasted in a furnace and folded several hundred times.
• kendo • bonno • zen • bushido • mushin
The serious kendoist keeps alive the spirit of the samurai. His sword has turned from metal to bamboo, but his mind and spirit are still forged steel, blasted in a furnace and folded several hundred times.
• kendo • bonno • zen • bushido • mushin
Now, More Than Ever, Choose Joy: The Path That Can Heal the World
You may believe that working on your own happiness is self-indulgent. Well, you're right. And it's the kind of self-indulgence that can help change the world for the better. Your joy, your happiness add to the overall health of our planet. The world does not need another unhappy person. Do your part. Read this article and join those of us who are choosing happiness as our way of life. . .
• joy • happiness • healing • new thought • zen
You may believe that working on your own happiness is self-indulgent. Well, you're right. And it's the kind of self-indulgence that can help change the world for the better. Your joy, your happiness add to the overall health of our planet. The world does not need another unhappy person. Do your part. Read this article and join those of us who are choosing happiness as our way of life. . .
• joy • happiness • healing • new thought • zen
Shorinji Kempo
Shorinji Kempo originated in post-war Japan. Based on both Japanese and Chinese martial arts, it was originally founded by So Doshin to re-establish pride in Japan. Since that time it has expanded world wide, being practiced in many countries.
• so doshin • shirinji • shorinji kempo • martial arts • karate
Shorinji Kempo originated in post-war Japan. Based on both Japanese and Chinese martial arts, it was originally founded by So Doshin to re-establish pride in Japan. Since that time it has expanded world wide, being practiced in many countries.
• so doshin • shirinji • shorinji kempo • martial arts • karate
The Body of the Mind-Body Interaction
This article discusses the common medical admonition, "relax", and how far too often patients are left with only the advice and no useful means of following it. Relaxation therapy is extremely beneficial but must be learned and practiced to become fully effective. This, part one of three parts, article introduces relaxation, and the other two parts discuss the medical benefits of relaxation, how one learns to relax and why relaxation works to achieve well-being.
• relaxation • hebert benson • robert keith wallace • zen • meditiation
This article discusses the common medical admonition, "relax", and how far too often patients are left with only the advice and no useful means of following it. Relaxation therapy is extremely beneficial but must be learned and practiced to become fully effective. This, part one of three parts, article introduces relaxation, and the other two parts discuss the medical benefits of relaxation, how one learns to relax and why relaxation works to achieve well-being.
• relaxation • hebert benson • robert keith wallace • zen • meditiation
The Haiku of Basho
An introduction to the haiku verse form of Japan and the life and work of Matsuo Basho, its greatest practitioner.
• haiku • basho • japanese poetry • nature • zen buddhism
An introduction to the haiku verse form of Japan and the life and work of Matsuo Basho, its greatest practitioner.
• haiku • basho • japanese poetry • nature • zen buddhism
The Reiki Bliss by Linda Vaughan,RMT
This article is about the popular Japanese Healing Technique known as Reiki and the little discussed state of Satori that is associated with it at advanced levels.
• reiki • satori • enlightenment • healing • usui
This article is about the popular Japanese Healing Technique known as Reiki and the little discussed state of Satori that is associated with it at advanced levels.
• reiki • satori • enlightenment • healing • usui
The Younglings and the Force
This article is a look at the scene between Yoda and the Younglings in Attack of the Clones, as well as an exploration of the deeper mythological significance of the child.
• yoda • star wars • attack • clones • jedi
This article is a look at the scene between Yoda and the Younglings in Attack of the Clones, as well as an exploration of the deeper mythological significance of the child.
• yoda • star wars • attack • clones • jedi
YES I Bonsai NOT
Some of my thoughts about bonsai and why you might enjoy growing a potato in bonsai form too. Photos of my very own bonsai potatoes.
• bonsai potato bonsai pruning training tree america
Some of my thoughts about bonsai and why you might enjoy growing a potato in bonsai form too. Photos of my very own bonsai potatoes.
• bonsai potato bonsai pruning training tree america
Patient Parenting
Stay-at-Home parenting can be an exercise in meditation and patience instead of a frazzling experience. Here are some ideas to help you stay sane.
• stay at home parent • parenting help • parenting advice • zen meditation • zen parenting
Stay-at-Home parenting can be an exercise in meditation and patience instead of a frazzling experience. Here are some ideas to help you stay sane.
• stay at home parent • parenting help • parenting advice • zen meditation • zen parenting
A Soldier's Christmas Memory
It does not take much to change a life: Just a whack on the back at the right moment given by s someone of depth who loves and cares.
• christmas • father • priest • compassion • zen
It does not take much to change a life: Just a whack on the back at the right moment given by s someone of depth who loves and cares.
• christmas • father • priest • compassion • zen
Fight, Hide or Embrace Wrinkles
Most of us don't celebrate wrinkles, but we live with this sign of aging anyway. Learn to hide, fight or embrace your wrinkles with this wrinkle tool kit.
• fight wrinkles • embrace wrinkles • hide wrinkles • signs of aging • under eye wrinkles
Most of us don't celebrate wrinkles, but we live with this sign of aging anyway. Learn to hide, fight or embrace your wrinkles with this wrinkle tool kit.
• fight wrinkles • embrace wrinkles • hide wrinkles • signs of aging • under eye wrinkles
Gifts for Digital Photographers
Half a dozen gifts for the digital darkroom or light room techie in your life. Holidays, birthdays, any occasion - these gadgets and tools will satisfy.
• photographer • photo • photograph • adobe • gift
Half a dozen gifts for the digital darkroom or light room techie in your life. Holidays, birthdays, any occasion - these gadgets and tools will satisfy.
• photographer • photo • photograph • adobe • gift
MP3 Players for Tweens
MP3 players are no longer for teens and adults. Manufacturers are honing in on tweens, and here are some of the better ones to choose from.
• mp3 players for tweens • ipod mp3 player • zen mp3 player • mp3 player review • panasonic mp3 player
MP3 players are no longer for teens and adults. Manufacturers are honing in on tweens, and here are some of the better ones to choose from.
• mp3 players for tweens • ipod mp3 player • zen mp3 player • mp3 player review • panasonic mp3 player
The Buddhist Society
The Buddhist Society was founded by Christmas Humphreys in 1924 and remains true to its original aim to publish and encourage the study of Buddhist principles.
• the buddhist society • theosophical society • christmas humphreys • dalai lama • oldest buddhist society in europe
The Buddhist Society was founded by Christmas Humphreys in 1924 and remains true to its original aim to publish and encourage the study of Buddhist principles.
• the buddhist society • theosophical society • christmas humphreys • dalai lama • oldest buddhist society in europe
Feng Shui Gardening: A New Year, A New Spirit
What is old is new again: use ancient Chinese feng shui and geomancy techniques to take a new look at your garden and to release all the peaceful and harmonious wonders around you and allow them to surround you with a new enriched spirit and creativity.
• feng shui • bagua • pakua • cure • geomancy
What is old is new again: use ancient Chinese feng shui and geomancy techniques to take a new look at your garden and to release all the peaceful and harmonious wonders around you and allow them to surround you with a new enriched spirit and creativity.
• feng shui • bagua • pakua • cure • geomancy
Just Some Quiet Little Tool Talk
Tabletop gardens are all the rage -- but are you equipped to handle them? A humorous look at smaller sized garden tools of many sorts from the Tiny Tim Seeder to chopsticks.
• tabletop garden • zen garden • zazen garden • small sized garden tools • children's
Tabletop gardens are all the rage -- but are you equipped to handle them? A humorous look at smaller sized garden tools of many sorts from the Tiny Tim Seeder to chopsticks.
• tabletop garden • zen garden • zazen garden • small sized garden tools • children's
Loafer's Glory
Just loafing is a wonderful experience, which psychologists say is very therapeutic. The great American poet, Walt Whitman, says in "Leaves of Grass," that "I loaf and invite my soul." Meditation is kind of like formal loafing!
• caring for the soul • soul • caring • care • meditation
Just loafing is a wonderful experience, which psychologists say is very therapeutic. The great American poet, Walt Whitman, says in "Leaves of Grass," that "I loaf and invite my soul." Meditation is kind of like formal loafing!
• caring for the soul • soul • caring • care • meditation
Meditation Tips from Unexpected Sources Part One: EminZen?
Meditation is a powerful tool for Tarot readers. This, the first in a new series of articles, will touch on some of the goals of meditation and how these are reflected, unintentionally but interestingly, in popular culture.
• tarot • eminem • meditation • lose yourself • 8 mile
Meditation is a powerful tool for Tarot readers. This, the first in a new series of articles, will touch on some of the goals of meditation and how these are reflected, unintentionally but interestingly, in popular culture.
• tarot • eminem • meditation • lose yourself • 8 mile
More News
Rumblings and ramblings about comics, comic movies, animated TV shows,
• danger girl • harvey • wendy • wendy the good woitch • blade
Rumblings and ramblings about comics, comic movies, animated TV shows,
• danger girl • harvey • wendy • wendy the good woitch • blade
Places of the Soul
Sometimes one needs a sanctuary in which to renew the spirit. The redwood groves of California are some of the author's "places of the soul."
• soul • places • places of the soul • nature • extraordinary
Sometimes one needs a sanctuary in which to renew the spirit. The redwood groves of California are some of the author's "places of the soul."
• soul • places • places of the soul • nature • extraordinary
How to Design a Japanese Garden
The Japanese have developed their gardens into an art-form. Over time, westerners have borrowed these methods and expanded landscape possibilities.
• japanese garden design • japanese landscape • plants for the japanese garden • how to design a japanese garden • designing a japanese garden
The Japanese have developed their gardens into an art-form. Over time, westerners have borrowed these methods and expanded landscape possibilities.
• japanese garden design • japanese landscape • plants for the japanese garden • how to design a japanese garden • designing a japanese garden
Staying Calm on Your Wedding Day
Weddings are (in theory) a once-in-a-lifetime occurrence. Don't let stress ruin it! Here are some tips to keep your cool and enjoy that special day.
• wedding day tips • wedding day • bridezilla • wedding tips • wedding planning
Weddings are (in theory) a once-in-a-lifetime occurrence. Don't let stress ruin it! Here are some tips to keep your cool and enjoy that special day.
• wedding day tips • wedding day • bridezilla • wedding tips • wedding planning
Bad Times in Bodhgaya
This year's Kalachakra Prayer Puja is beset with misfortunes. The Dalai Lama is ill and various factions threaten terrorism and disruption.
• kalachakra • bodhgaya • buddhism • tibet • tibetan lamas
This year's Kalachakra Prayer Puja is beset with misfortunes. The Dalai Lama is ill and various factions threaten terrorism and disruption.
• kalachakra • bodhgaya • buddhism • tibet • tibetan lamas
Beautiful Judgement
You make the call as to what is beautiful or not, or do you?
• imagination • common • thought • catharsis • art
You make the call as to what is beautiful or not, or do you?
• imagination • common • thought • catharsis • art
Buddhism amid the Ruins
What is the history of Buddhism in Afghanistan? Do any Buddhists or Buddhist influence survive there today?
• buddhism • afghanistan • history • damma times • taliban
What is the history of Buddhism in Afghanistan? Do any Buddhists or Buddhist influence survive there today?
• buddhism • afghanistan • history • damma times • taliban
Buddhism and Peace
Buddhist thought applied to today's politics.
• buddhism • kofi annan • dalai lama • peace • war
Buddhist thought applied to today's politics.
• buddhism • kofi annan • dalai lama • peace • war