Dragon-Slaying: A Policy for Disaster (part II) Nov 9, 2021 Is it is good to annihilate evil? The Buddha's teachings on dependent origination show us how 'slaying dragons' may have grave consequences for the future. Dragon Slaying: A Policy For Disaster? Nov 7, 2021 Martin Goodson examines how the myths that have shaped our culture are molding our perceptions of the crises we face today. Weaponised Psychology How Facebook turns your demons against you - and what you can do about it. Oct 9, 2021 A whistleblower gives an insight into how big tech uses emotional triggers to increase clicks. Developing emotional intelligence can give us a bulwark against being manipulated in this way. Men, Masculinity and Mindfulness Aug 23, 2021 Whether it’s toxic masculinity or the infantilisation of men, what masculinity should be remains a contentious issue within the cultural dialogue. Martin Goodson looks at whether the Buddha's teachings can offer any guidance on this issue. Transfer of Merit: A Short History of its Practice May 29, 2021 Why do we dedicate merit at the end of meditation or chanting? What is its significance and do we really need to do it? Blog: Can We Ever Truly Leave Omelas? Apr 2, 2021 At a time when the price paid for western prosperity is being held under the microscope, it may be worth asking, can we ever truly separate ourselves from the society into which we were born? “Tell me then, where do you go after you have died?” Blog Feb 18, 2021 Do the Buddhist scriptures give us a definitive answer to the question of life after death? Staying at Home Dec 28, 2020 Co-founder Michael Haggiag discusses the mind-made qualities of 'detention' and 'opportunity' from his personal experience of incarceration. Resilience in Uncertain Times Dec 22, 2020 Our difficult year is almost over but the uncertainty isn't. How can the Buddha's teachings fortify us to meet the challenges ahead? Blog: The ‘Dharmafication’ of Science Sep 26, 2020 Is science being infiltrated by estoeric ideas from Eastern religions, such as Buddhism and Hinduism? What are the ramifications for Western cultural understanding and how we see ourselves in the world? OBITUARY- Dr Garry Gelade Jul 14, 2020 The Zen Gateway Co-founder, Michael Haggiag, says 'farewell' to a much loved and respected dharma teacher. Previous Next 2 of 2 pages (There are 23 posts) Previous 1 2 Topics THE ARTS BOOK REVIEWS EXTRACTS FICTION INTERVIEWS POETRY ESSAYS PSYCHOLOGY & FOLKLORE