Dear Common Ground Friends, We might think of intentions as the powerful force that guides and shapes our lives. Reflecting on our values or intentions can keep our lives moving in the direction we want them to. When life gets …
Article from Lion’s Roar
With gratitude for Common Ground leader Jen Racho, we share this piece, co-authored by Jen, in honor of Filipino American History Month. Filipino Americans Share Their Journey to Buddhism
Weekly Email 10-13-22
Dear Common Ground Friends, Let’s open our minds to the possibility of real happiness regardless of the arising conditions in our lives. Strangely, we often have a strong habit to hold to the idea that this messy world precludes the …
Weekly Email 10-4-22
Dear Common Ground Friends, This week we share with you an article and invitation written by Common Ground Dharma Teacher Kyoko Katayama: A Reservoir of Grief: An Invitation We love. We care. We cherish. Yet, the truth of impermanence pervades …
Article from Buddhist Justice Reporter
Please take a moment to read this piece, written by Common Ground Leader Zenzele Isoke and published by Buddhist Justice Reporter. Common Ground is a fiscal sponsor of BJR. The Improbable Promise of Red Flag Laws – Zenzele Isoke
Weekly Email 9-30-22
Dear Common Ground Friends, Dear Friends, Not long ago I came across some photos from the first family program at Common Ground more than 2 decades ago. It was sweet to see such happy faces of parents and kids…who are …
Article from Buddhist Justice Reporter
Hello friends, We would like to share an article published under the auspices of Buddhist Justice Reporter, an organization Common Ground is a fiscal sponsor for. Thank you Pamela Ayo Yetunde and all at BJR for your service. The Ultimate Service
Article from Buddhist Justice Reporter
Hello friends, We would like to share an article published under the auspices of Buddhist Justice Reporter, an organization Common Ground is a fiscal sponsor for. Thank you Pamela Ayo Yetunde and all at BJR for your service. To Save the …
Weekly Email 9-21-22
Dear Common Ground Friends, Recently I used an article titled “Is Unselfish Joy Practical?” for one of my talks and it reminded me of how much I appreciate the practicality of the Buddha’s teachings. The Buddha offered a set of …
Weekly Email 9-15-22
Dear Common Ground Friends, It was so good to see those of you who were able to make it to our potluck celebration last Sunday (pictures below) following the Sunday morning practice group. The center was filled with aliveness on …
