Prison Dharma
People in prison and volunteers who work in prisons reflect on how to apply the Dharma in prison settings and beyond.
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Incarcerated people transform adversity into the path
Grant funding enables Sravasti Abbey to teach thought-training to incarcerated people in the United States.
View PostThe day has finally arrived
A person in prison is hopeful and sure of himself when, after being incarcerated for…
View PostPeople serving time
One incarcerated person's advice on how to relate to people in prison without stereotyping them.
View PostRelease from prison: Shock or growth?
A hard-earned experience of over 20 years in prison and a clear-eyed assessment of what…
View PostLeading ourselves out of addiction
Taking refuge in drugs or alcohol simply leads to more destructive, addictive behavior, which then…
View PostPaying attention to life
An incarcerated person discusses the ways practice has helped him cope and improved his life…
View PostA secret Zen master
An incarcerated person recounts a story of tender kindness not likely for a gang member.
View PostPracticing in prison
An inmate reflects on his situation on being transferred to a different prison.
View PostAn eye-opener
A person in prison feels empathy not only for those who are suffering, but also…
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