Pema Chödrön, one of the first Americans to be fully ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist nun, celebrates her 87th birthday today. Born Deirdre Blomfield-Brown in 1936 in New York City, Ani Pema—ani is an honorific given to Tibetan Buddhist nuns—was drawn to the Buddhist path in the early 1970s. In 1972, she became a student of the late Chogyam Trungpa […]
When I ask clients what they think lays the foundation of a holistic training way of life, they often share many great ideas. Usually they say it’s our nutrition, sleep, or movement, which are all accurate and part of a bigger answer. How we breathe and meditate is a major and often overlooked ingredient that is the foundation to cultivating […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Puerto Rican Sofrito is the base for so many dishes, like stews, roast pork, bistec, and beans, made with fresh cilantro, garlic, onions, bell peppers, and other ingredients. Puerto Rican Sofrito This easy Puerto Rican Sofrito recipe is one of my favorites. I freeze the sauce in ice cube trays […]
Ah, sleep. The cherished time when everything is truly shut down, and our bodies and minds get some real “alone” time. There’s a lot of talk about sleep lately. Celebrities have contributed youthful looks to their healthy sleep habits (hey, JLo!), and we are bombarded with studies about the benefits of sleep. From articles on healthy sleep hygiene to an […]
Ah, sleep. The cherished time when everything is truly shut down, and our bodies and minds get some real “alone” time. There’s a lot of talk about sleep lately. Celebrities have contributed youthful looks to their healthy sleep habits (hey, JLo!), and we are bombarded with studies about the benefits of sleep. From articles on healthy sleep hygiene to an […]
You only need three base ingredients to make these simple and delicious 3 ingredient peanut butter banana bars! These sweet and chewy little bars are made from whole foods so your kids get a balanced and nourishing snack. If you browse through the snack bar aisle at the store, you’ll notice a couple of things. First, the selection is REALLY […]
These homemade chicken nuggets are baked to perfection with a crispy crunch on the outside and melt in your mouth tender chicken on the inside. Made with my special method, these chicken nuggets are easy for toddlers and kids to eat, and delicious for adults! Chicken nuggets are are a common staple in the diet of many kids. They are […]
The root of human suffering (dukkha) is found in our countless desires to change life’s circumstances to satisfy those desires. Many of those desires are extreme or unending. They are the source of disappointment and anger, as well as the trigger for other harmful emotions such as jealousy and anxiety. Thus, we might think that we must achieve all those […]
posted July 8, 2022 by Gina This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. A free 7-day, flexible weight loss meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All recipes include macros and links to WW recipe builder to get your personal points. 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan As the crazy days of summer […]
It’s not sufficient, says the Dalai Lama, to simply think that compassion is important. We must transform our thoughts and behavior on a daily basis to cultivate compassion without attachment. Before we can generate compassion and love, it is important to have a clear understanding of what we understand compassion and love to be. In simple terms, compassion and love […]
At school Hanny Newton focused on her academic subjects, not realising that embroidery could be a career option. But after a few false starts, and gaining many useful life experiences along the way, Hanny gradually gravitated towards her contemporary goldwork destiny. It all started when, one day, a wise friend suggested that hand embroidery could be more than a hobby. […]
Succulent bell peppers filled with a hearty, flavorful blend of ground beef, rice, and cheese, this classic Stuffed Peppers recipe is the all-in-one meal that ties together many of my favorite healthy recipes! Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! I feel like I’ve been prepping my entire life to make the perfect baked stuffed peppers. Over the […]
La Sarmiento, Margarita Loinaz, and Carol Iwata discuss the experiences of BIPOC Buddhist practitioners—the obstacles they face, and the contributions they are making. Moderated and with an introduction by Mariana Restrepo. “Subtle Body Blinks,” 2017, Oil on linen, 9 x 9in. Painting by Winston Sito Chmielinski. My family and I immigrated to the United States when I was in my […]
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This summer pasta dish is fresh and delicious, made with sweet summer corn, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, basil and cavatelli pasta. Summer Cavatelli with Corn, Tomatoes and Zucchini This pasta dish just screams summer! Fresh cavatelli pasta is combined with cherry tomatoes, zucchini, corn, and marinara and topped with basil and […]
In reflecting on how my practice has evolved over the years, I look back over my life and remember quite vividly the first Buddhist retreat I ever attended almost exactly fifty years ago. It was taught by a wonderful Thai monk, Koon Kum Heng, who presented a classical Theravada practice that he called rising and falling. For seven long days […]
Make dining at home feeling special with easy Grilled Swordfish. Just 10 minutes of marinating time and a hot grill (or stovetop grill pan) are all you need to pull off a succulent swordfish steak worthy of a white tablecloth. Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! Swordfish tastes mild, slightly sweet, and not “fishy” (it’s […]
Awe-inspiring natural spaces in the U.S., like national parks, are also tarnished with racist histories, according to Tracy Perkins, an assistant professor at Arizona State University who studies social inequality and environmental justice. Many environmental conservation efforts starting in the late 1800s were led by eugenicists, like Madison Grant, to create spaces for white people to get fresh air and […]
A simple fruit crisp is the little black dress of summer desserts. It’s always appropriate, can be transformed with a simple swap of accessories, and causes men to stutter. Most recently, this all-purpose treat struts its stuff as a Blackberry Crisp. Pin this recipe on Pinterest to save for later Pin It! Unlike strawberries and raspberries, which seem universally loved (hello, […]
Are you looking for that moist, tender, packed-with-banana-flavor banana bread recipe that is easy to make AND healthy!?! This is THE healthy banana bread recipe you need….plus its topping with a crunchy streusel topping taking the flavor to the next level. When my kids come home from school or activities and I have made homemade bread, then instantly realize what […]
Application of Smart Textiles in Intimate Apparels Manisha BeniwalDepartment of Textiles (Fashion Technology)DKTE’S Textile & Engineering Institute, Ichalkaranji, IndiaIntern at Textile LearnerEmail: [email protected] Smart Textiles: The word “smart textiles” refers to intelligent or smart accoutrements in fabrics. The conception of smart cloth material was introduced in Japan for the first time in 1989. Silk thread has shape memory. It […]
