Tag: reconciliation

  • Answering a Call to Love

    Maple Village Dharma Study, May 5, 2026 sessionAssigned Reading: Reconciliation: Healing the Inner Child by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, Chapter 7 This week, I invite everyone to meet another adorable little friend: The Eurasian collared dove. As a member of the dove family, which symbolizes reconciliation, this little bird is a messenger for peace.…

  • Practicing Presence

    Maple Village Dharma Study, April 21, 2026 sessionAssigned Reading: Reconciliation: Healing the Inner Child by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, Chapter 6 First, let me introduce you to a lovely little friend – a North American Cardinal. Last Saturday morning, while walking to the bus stop, I suddenly heard a call: “Friend… friend… I’m here,…

  • Original Fear, Original Desire

    Maple Village Dharma Study, April 21, 2026 sessionAssigned Reading: Reconciliation: Healing the Inner Child by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh For nearly a year, through the book Con đã có đường đi, we have walked together on the Buddha’s path. I hope the journey has helped each of us to see issues in modern life…