Who are we beneath our names, histories, roles and carefully constructed identities?In this episode, we explore the stories through which we define ourselves—and the quiet, ageless presence that remains when…
I once heard Mindrolling Khandro Rinpoche say something that has stayed with me ever since: "When we truly understand interdependence, we move beyond linear thinking into a deeper understanding.”Linear thinking…
For a long time, I found that reflecting on impermanence, as important as it is, could also bring a subtle sense of uncertainty.If everything is constantly changing, if nothing can…
I still remember meeting my first Sangha. It was a very small group, and I imagined everyone there was far more advanced than I was—perhaps even close to enlightenment. Then…
What makes a spiritual friendship different from an ordinary friendship?In this episode of The Empty Cup, we explore the rare and precious companions who walk beside us on the path. The…
A friend of mine, a Franciscan monk, once told me that he did not believe anyone could be inspired to follow a spiritual path through a book alone. According to…
True spiritual friends are rare. The ones who support you without taking sides — even yours. The ones who can see your vulnerabilities without turning them into weapons when things…
Attachment is love dimmed by fear. “Will I get it? Will I lose it? Will I ever find it again?” attachment asks.At first, we fear not getting what we want.…
Every other Tuesday, we bring empty cups. Today's tea for thought is about how, for some, the unease of being is barely noticeable, while for others, it is immediate and…
Letting go is not yet surrender. When we let go, something softens. The grip loosens. The breath deepens. We are less driven by fear, less pulled by expectation. A little…