Awe and the Dharma

Florida beach scene with blue ocean water, photograph by ChrisEdwardsCE.

Not too long ago, I read an article in the NYT about awe, A-W-E and it’s impact on health.  For the past month, I’ve brought the experience of awe into my meditation, exploring it and trying to pay more attention to awe in my walking around life too.   There are…

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Sweeping the Dust Away

closeup of broom sweeping dust and debris

There was a man by the name of Cudapanthaka, who wanted to learn how to meditate.  The Buddha heard about him and went to talk with him and hear his story. He then suggested he sweep, just sweep the dust away. Here is my take on this traditional story.

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