Dr Alan Sidi explores how to transform the chaotic forces of the passions into the Buddha nature.

The Wheel of Life teaches that restraint and awareness of impermanence can transform passions into wisdom and compassion, guiding us toward Nirvana.

The Paramitas guide us to end suffering by giving ourselves wholeheartedly to the Dharma, which requires overcoming the delusion of self through practices like.

The six Paramitas not only lead us out of suffering, they also bring us to enlightenment. 

Culture has a significant impact on our beliefs. Rather than accepting or rejecting these beliefs, the middle way offers us an alternative.

"When I started Zen training many years ago, I had no interest in learning how to clean properly. I would never have guessed that the physical act of cleaning, done wholeheartedly and with reverence, could lead to increased awareness in life."

Emptying your cup is a Chinese proverb used in Zen practice. Martin explores what this means for the training.

The Bodhisattva vow is not just an ethical commitment; it is also a way to enlightenment. Here are some of the practices we can do to bring about this realisation.

Although all ‘intentional’ actions are karmic producing, meaning further rebirth, 'intentional' actions are in some sense necessary part for liberation from rebirth. Martin takes a closer look at this tricky concept.

Despite all the best intentions, making big changes to longtime habits can feel like a battle with ourselves. This ‘battle’ however, can bring us closer to understanding how Karma works in our day to day lives.