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I write about Buddhism and how it helps me make sense of everyday life. Sometimes that takes me into music or the news. Mostly, I’m trying to pay closer attention, be kinder, and be honest about what I’m still figuring out.

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“The first noble truth is about seeing clearly the nature of our experience, instead of covering it over with distractions, denial, or wishful thinking.”
Paul ZilaUnderstanding the First Noble Truth of Buddhism: Dukkha
“The rule of law means nothing if the most powerful person in the country can evade consequences that would destroy anyone else.”
Paul ZilaAre Presidents Subject to the Same Legal Standards as Everyone Else?
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I write about Buddhism and how it helps me make sense of everyday life. Sometimes that takes me into music or the news. Mostly, I’m trying to pay closer attention, be kinder, and be honest about what I’m still figuring out.