Taking Things on Faith
In a time of rampant misinformation, rely on yourself and your judgment to identify truth and trustworthiness. Wisdom lies in testing out ideas for yourself, and recognizing liars for what…
Hell in a Handbasket
As Buddhists, we can use the teachings of impermanence and the imperfect nature of the human brain to deal with the difficult times of today. We can accept that change…
The Value of Honest Discussions
"Let's stop avoiding conversations about the differences between us and take the time to understand why our friends, relatives, and coworkers think or believe a certain way. Together, we can…
How to use Monolog with a custom WordPress plugin
Log files are just good practice; not only can they help in development and debugging, but they can act as silent sentinels, watching over your code and helping you find…
How to Handle Plugin Dependency in WordPress
Can't get your WordPress plugin code working as expected? Ensure your plugin won't run until it's ready with the plugins_loaded hook & make sure necessary plugins are installed. Problem solved!
What are the Four Noble Truths?
Uncover the truth of suffering and its origin. Learn how to remove yourself from craving and dissatisfaction, and discover the path to freedom with the Noble Eightfold Path. Embrace reality…
Can we really bring about an end to suffering?
Craving and clinging can lead to dukkha, but liberation is possible – the Noble Eightfold Path guides us to freedom and peace. Follow it to end suffering and attain nirvana!
Who was the Buddha?
Discover the inspiring journey of Gautama Buddha - the founder of Buddhism who attained enlightenment upon abandoning asceticism. Learn how his teachings are still practiced by millions today, providing liberation…
Is Buddhism an Ethical System?
The Five Precepts of Buddhism are essential to helping adherents focus on their path and create an environment of growth and self-discovery. Abstaining from killing, stealing, hedonism, false speech, and…
Is Buddhism a Philosophy?
Discover how Buddhist philosophy encourages us to accept life's uncertainties and the idea that actions have consequences. Understand the role Buddhism plays in other cultures and the original teachings that…