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Every Life is Already Buddha - An Exploration

Every Life is Already Buddha - An Exploration

This philosophy class explores Siddhartha Buddha's teaching that every life is already Buddha, using five zones of development to show how essence becomes awakened ability. Through martial arts, mantra, and self-observation, we train to purify body, mind, and action toward spiritual awakening.

10 Observing Wisdoms and How They Connect to the 1st of the 3 Eternal Dharma Truths

10 Observing Wisdoms and How They Connect to the 1st of the 3 Eternal Dharma Truths

Link to earlier post here 10 Observing Wisdoms (Intro to the heart

What is Meditation?

What is Meditation?

This post explores Buddhist meditation as a path beyond the regular sense of self, including moving, still, and healing forms. With energy awareness, posture, and no-I insight, it guides lifestyle and Dharma practice toward harmony, sensitivity, and timeless wisdom rooted in intention.

Why do all the Appearing Forms of Dharma Have to Change?

Why do all the Appearing Forms of Dharma Have to Change?

3 Eternal Dharma Truths * 1st Eternal Dharma Truth * All the appearing forms

Four Element Masters of Tai Chi

Four Element Masters of Tai Chi

This post reveals how to master Tai Chi’s four elemental forces—earth, water, fire, and wind—through internal energy, intention, and disciplined practice. Learn the secrets of Dragon Breathe and Dragon Temper to balance explosive power with calm awareness in every movement.

Welcome to Being Human

Welcome to Being Human

Life is short. Wisdom is low. Ego is big. Causation is a mess.

What is Memory?

What is Memory?

This post reveals how memory functions beyond the brain through four consciousnesses—hidden, I, brain, and subconscious—according to Dharma. It explains memory’s link to intention, ego, and sensation, and shows how practices like Taiji and Buddhist wisdom can purify and awaken deeper awareness.

Open Heart, Open Life - Observation, Creation and Internal Pure Land

Amitabha Buddha

Open Heart, Open Life - Observation, Creation and Internal Pure Land

This post reveals how ego—clinging to “I and mine”—breeds stress, greed, and discontent. With open-hearted observation and curiosity, you access your true self, tap into creative power, and awaken to life’s inherent perfection. Every moment becomes a treasure, every action a path to joy and wisdom.

From Self-Doubt to Self-Confidence Self-Being: How to be Free from Self-Doubt

From Self-Doubt to Self-Confidence Self-Being: How to be Free from Self-Doubt

This post reveals how to dissolve self-doubt by observing Pure Dharma Logic—a timeless, universal clarity. By practicing Tai Chi mindfully and reading philosophy with a joyful, ego-free heart, we uncover illusion, embrace wisdom, and awaken true self-confidence and joy.

Regular life Meditation: A Life Fully Aware, Free, and Pure

Regular life Meditation: A Life Fully Aware, Free, and Pure

This post shares lifestyle meditation as daily practice—blending Tai Chi movement, Bodhisattva virtues, and chakra awareness. Let go of ego, live without tension, feel with openness, and think with clarity. A calm, free, and intuitive presence becomes the foundation of a joyful, awakened life.

The Middle View of Reality

The Middle View of Reality

This post explores the Middle Way view of reality in Mahayana Buddhism—how all things arise through causes and conditions, yet have no inherent self. By examining the illusion of “I,” we confront emptiness, dependent origination, and the insight that mind shapes the world we perceive.

Surfing the Waves of Causation

Surfing the Waves of Causation

This post explores the Taoist wisdom of flowing with life’s tides—rising and falling without resistance. Discover how to surf life’s waves with a heart like water, finding eternal joy, pure awareness, and the unshakable serenity of non-attachment in every moment.