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Infinite Smile Sangha

Michael McAlister

Bringing peace to into the midst of busy lives. | San Francisco

religion & spirituality buddhism

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Beware of Fundamentalism

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2018/11/10

I wrote about this a while back. Seems relevant for us all: “Fundamentalism arises when any religious organization, or any person, attaches so intensely to some version of truth that it must be defended. In this space, the ego continually seeks security by playing out its drama of “attack and defend.” This drama offers all […] The post Beware of Fundamentalism appeared first on Infinite Smile Sangha.

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Is This the Most Powerful Sculpture at the Met? – The...

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2018/08/20

A beautiful articulation of how art reminds us of what is holy in our hearts. The gesture seems to command us to halt, in such a gentle, dancer-like way that it also soothes and beckons. Calm down, it says; come closer. Source: Is This the Most Powerful Sculpture at the Met? – The New York […] The post Is This the Most Powerful Sculpture at the Met? – The New York Times appeared first on Infinite Smile Sangha.

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Is This the Most Powerful Sculpture at the Met? – The...

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2018/08/20

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The ‘King’ of Shambhala Buddhism, Undone by #MeToo

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2018/07/12

A part of me is surprised that it took so long for this story to be told. Source: The New York Times The post The ‘King’ of Shambhala Buddhism, Undone by #MeToo appeared first on Infinite Smile Sangha.

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The ‘King’ of Shambhala Buddhism, Undone by #MeToo

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2018/07/12

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Deepening Awareness: the integration of mindfulness...

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2018/06/24

Here’s a link to a recent dissertation of practice by Michael McAlister. The attractive woman pictured on his left is his mother, a fellow USC Trojan. Deepening Awareness: The Integration of Mindfulness Practices in United States High Schools – University of Southern California Dissertations and Theses (16) ABSTRACT: Mindfulness practices build an attentive awareness of […] The post Deepening Awareness: the integration of mindfulness practices in United States high schools

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Deepening Awareness: the integration of mindfulness...

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2018/06/24

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Meditators Under the Microscope

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2017/12/16

Great read about the science of mindfulness: What we know, what we don’t know, and what the future holds. Especially interesting is the move in neuroscience concerning the conversion of states into traits. Source: Meditators Under the Microscope The post Meditators Under the Microscope appeared first on Infinite Smile Sangha.

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Meditators Under the Microscope

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2017/12/16

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The Rohingya Muslim refugee crisis

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2017/12/11

It’s worthy for us to consider how Myanmar, with its Buddhist leanings, might appropriately adjust policy relating to the Rohingya Muslims in a more compassionate way. Source: The Rohingya refugee crisis is the worst in decades – Daily chart The post The Rohingya Muslim refugee crisis appeared first on Infinite Smile Sangha.

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The Rohingya Muslim refugee crisis

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2017/12/11

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Dalai Lama: Our Future Is Very Much in Our Hands –...

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2017/12/01

Thought this was worthy of humanity’s consideration… Within each of us exists the potential to contribute positively to society. Although one individual among so many on this planet may seem too insignificant to have much of an effect on the course of humanity, it is our personal efforts that will determine the direction our society […] The post Dalai Lama: Our Future Is Very Much in Our Hands – The New York Times appeared first on Infinite Smile Sangha.

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Dalai Lama: Our Future Is Very Much in Our Hands –...

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2017/12/01

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We’re Back!

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2017/10/31

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We’re Back!

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2017/10/31

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How Mindfulness Propelled USA Olympic Water Polo...

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2016/09/23

It’s one thing to play in a single Olympic Games–but add a second and then a third opportunity and then you wonder how Team USA Water Polo goalkeeper Merrill Moses, 38—and on the cusp of turning 39—remains physically sharp and mentally prepared to play a game where the majority of […] Source: How Mindfulness Propelled […] The post How Mindfulness Propelled USA Olympic Water Polo Player Merrill Moses To The Olympics appeared first on Infinite Smile Sangha.

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How Mindfulness Propelled USA Olympic Water Polo...

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2016/09/23

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My Meditation Binge, in a Nutshell

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2016/04/30

In a city full of fitness and wellness tribes, it can be seemingly impossible to break into a new one — but not when it comes to joining the growing group of meditators. Last week, a New York Times article explored the “mainstream business practice and a kind of industry in its own right” that meditation has […] The post My Meditation Binge, in a Nutshell appeared first on Infinite Smile Sangha.

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My Meditation Binge, in a Nutshell

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2016/04/30

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Be Aware

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2016/03/07

Thought this was interesting: “There are no nouns in the universe, only verbs. Everything is energy, nothing is real”, said Chopra in his opening remarks. Summarizing enlightenment, he said, “Be aware. This is the key to waking up.” Similarly, Tolle remarked, “Consciousness is where experience occurs. I am consciousness. Simply knowing that and slipping into […] The post Be Aware appeared first on Infinite Smile Sangha.

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