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mindfulness practice October 21, 2011

HEALING THE INNER CHILD: Venturing into the territory of suffering

Dealing with suffering is like handling a poisonous snake. We have to learn about the snake, and we ourselves have to grow stronger and more stable in order to handle it without hurting…

What is mindfulness? Experientially explore the answer

I’m about to conduct a short investigation into the present moment. Would you care to join me? Wonderful. Welcome aboard. As you read these words, where are…

HOLY: A prose poem by Max Reif

The word Holy had lost its way. It was speaking on a soapbox in the park. People passed by, oblivious. A few stopped to gawk or jeer. Only one little boy stood listening, enrapt…

essays May 11, 2012

MY DENNY’S “AMERICANA” ADVENTURE: Two essays by Max Reif

Americans know Denny’s, the chain of so-so diners that in many areas are the only places to go after a night of carousing or, conversely, upon very early rising, as the only places open all night…

nutrition April 26, 2012

GHEE: A healthier alternative to butter (with ghee recipe)

To Ghee or not to ghee: Clarified butter - a healthier alternative

To some it’s known as clarified butter, to others the golden elixir of healing—ghee is a staple ingredient in Indian cooking and Ayurvedic healing known for its versatility, great taste, and many…

transformative travel April 25, 2012

BANGALORE: One foot dangling in the future, one hoof rooted in the past

Sadar Patrappa Road is commonly abbreviated to S.P. Road, nice and short for those wanting to save some time saying the extra syllables. This is Bangalore after all—the hub of India’s fast-paced…