“Buddhist wisdom says that life consists of suffering, but lasting strength is found in resilience. In knowing you can handle whatever comes your way. Not because you’re invincible, but because you’ve learned how to suffer well. And suffering well begins with facing yourself, by embracing the messy yet beautifully complex aspects of being human.” – Chris Pacheco
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“Whether you’re sitting on a meditation cushion or standing on a stage, the key ingredients are surprisingly similar: stay present, keep it real, and don’t forget to laugh.” – Beth Schumann Korczynski
Paul Carvalho shares the journey of how he met the dharma and discovered the path that pointed inward.
“Practicing meditation and stepping onto the BJJ mat serve the same purpose: to wake up to who we truly are. The lessons of awareness, resilience, and courage travel back and forth between these two worlds, enriching both.” – Justin Ralph
Tergar Guide Maria Primachenko shares her journey from an intense advertising career to a healthier work-life balance, emphasizing self-care, mindfulness, and letting go of the need to act on every idea or be constantly heroic. Guided by Mingyur Rinpoche’s teachings, she highlights the importance of living in the present moment, embracing change, and trusting intuitive decision-making for personal growth and well-being.
“When you’re grounded amid others’ suffering, you can help them in a different way. It’s better for them—and for yourself. You’re not afraid of coming up against a person’s suffering, but you don’t merge and identify with it, so you’re free.” – Micael Inês
“The invitation from Rinpoche, which can be found in the Joy of Living teachings, is this: can we learn to stay with the pull of craving in a way that’s balanced, open, and spacious.” – Stephanie Wagner
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