Oxford Mathematics Public Lectures : Roger Penrose - Eschermatics Roger Penrose's relationship with the artist M.C. Escher was not just one of mutual admiration. Roger's thinking was consistently influenced by M.C. Escher, from the famous Penrose tiling to his groundbreaking work in cosmology. The respect was mutual, as was clear when Roger dropped in to … Continue reading Roger Penrose and M.C. Escher
Sandokai (Poem)
Sandokai From west to east, unseen, flowed out the mind of India's greatest Sage And to the source kept true as an unsullied stream is clear. Although by wit and dullness the True Way is varied, Yet it has no Patriarch of south or north. Here born we clutch at things And then compound delusion, … Continue reading Sandokai (Poem)
Films by Mystic Daniel Schmidt, Highly Recommended
Canadian mystic, Daniel Schmidt, was interviewed (below) on Buddha at the Gaspump. I highly recommend both the interview, below, as well as his films. https://youtu.be/NxAINV06U6w "From youtube... Daniel is the creator of the award-winning film "Inner Worlds Outer Worlds" as well as the ongoing "Samadhi" series. He is also the founder of the Awaken The … Continue reading Films by Mystic Daniel Schmidt, Highly Recommended
Yoga To Release Tension in Upper Back, Shoulder, and Neck
This post is a reminder of how important it is for us to have relaxed muscles if we pursue a spiritual life and practices. The first thing we should do when we sit to meditate is to drop the shoulders. If you tend to hold tension in your upper back and neck, then this yoga … Continue reading Yoga To Release Tension in Upper Back, Shoulder, and Neck
Depth of Silence and Retreat Tips from a Benedictine Monastery
When I stayed at Monastery of Christ in the Desert recently, the word "silence" took on a new meaning. It was cold. There was quiet. People ate in silence. My room was silent. The cold was extra-silent. After evening vespers, and the Nature walk back to my room, with a dark night sky, and darkness … Continue reading Depth of Silence and Retreat Tips from a Benedictine Monastery
Tips from the Book “Ikigai: the Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life”
The book "Ikigai: the Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life" by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles was a surprisingly wonderful read. Over the years, I've read many articles on the subject of Blue Zones and longevity and most of them are quite repetitive, but I do recommend this book as there is a … Continue reading Tips from the Book “Ikigai: the Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life”
Visit to Upaya Zen Center Santa Fe
Late October 2021 was my second visit to the Upaya Zen Center in Santa Fe. Unfortunately, due to COVID restrictions, access inside any of the buildings was not allowed. It was a stunningly beautiful fall day and I walked the grounds for a half hour. I had a chance encounter with one lovely female resident. … Continue reading Visit to Upaya Zen Center Santa Fe
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