Walls, floors, and windows eaten by time. Photo credit: Jorge Zamora What an experience it was to have the opportunity to sit, share meals, laugh, and listen to Master Tokuda. I honestly didn’t know what to expect; I was simply thrilled to meet Hamid and his teacher. Witnessing the way they interacted and how the teacher carries himself through life was something very special. A lot happened during the retreat, but I won’t recount everything here — those are stories for the future. One thing...

All reflections have a beginning, yet I am unsure where to start. How far back in time should I go for you to understand my current...

What arises from silence is GRATITUDE. I feel blessed and privileged to have experienced such an expansive feeling throughout the...