Tag Archives: compassion

A Moment Of Maitri

by Chris Lemig Posted on September 1, 2012

Yesterday we got out of Tibetan class early. There was a prayer ceremony going on at the main temple in McLeod Ganj. So I decided to skip my draconian routine of practice and study. I thought it would be a … Continue reading →

Posted in Maitri | Tagged Addiction, Buddhism, buddhism and sobriety, Coming Out, compassion, gay memoir, Gay Spirituality, Loving-friendliness, loving-kindness, maitri, McLeod Ganj, Pema Chodron, Recovery, wellness | 4 Comments

Risking The Open Heart

by Chris Lemig Posted on April 9, 2012

I am in Rewalsar, India, a holy place to Buddhists, Hindus, and Jains alike. The Dalai Lama will be here tomorrow to consecrate the massive statue of Guru Rinpoche who compassionately gazes, wide-eyed, over the sacred lake and the world at … Continue reading →

Posted in Bodhicitta, India 2012 | Tagged 2012, Bodhicitta, Buddhism, compassion, Dalai Lama, Gay Spirituality, India, Pilgrimage, Rewalsar, Tso Pema | Leave a comment

The Essential Goodness of Goodbye

by Chris Lemig Posted on November 27, 2011

I am leaving. I am leaving my job. I am leaving my friends. I am leaving my old life behind. And so, I am sad. I don’t want to let go, not all the way. I still want to cling … Continue reading →

Posted in Impermanence | Tagged Buddhism, Coming Out, Coming Out Memoir, compassion, Death, dyer, Gay Buddhism, gay memoir, Gay Spirituality, Love, Meditation, The Narrow Way, tolle | 2 Comments

Not So Simple

by Chris Lemig Posted on November 4, 2011

Someone left a comment on an elephant journal post the other day asking if it was better to allow things and people to just be as they are or if we should try to actively help them become “better”. It’s a … Continue reading →

Posted in Bodhicitta, Buddhism, Mindfulness, Uncategorized | Tagged Addiction, Bodhicitta, Buddhism, Coming Out, compassion, gay memoir, intervention, Mindfulness, Recovery | 2 Comments

Why I’m Trying To Love You (And Everybody Else) All The Time: Part 2

by Chris Lemig Posted on September 5, 2011

Yesterday, somebody hacked my Twitter account. I don’t know much about hacking but one of my friends said it was just a lame phishing attempt. No real harm done. But still, it was an inconvenience, a source of discomfort and … Continue reading →

Posted in Bodhicitta | Tagged Bodhicitta, Buddhism, Coming Out, Coming Out Memoir, compassion, kind mother sentient beings | Leave a comment

Push That Big Red Button, Please!

by Chris Lemig Posted on August 20, 2011

Someone pushed my buttons last night. Big time. I went on the equivalent of a murderous rampage in my mind afterwards. I could actually see the person in front of me, clear as day, as I mowed ‘em down with … Continue reading →

Posted in Bodhicitta | Tagged Addiction, Bodhicitta, Coming Out, Coming Out Memoir, compassion, Gay Spirituality, Love, Patience | 2 Comments

The Whole Publishing Thing

by Chris Lemig Posted on June 6, 2011

Sorry I’ve been a bit reticent about where I stand with the whole publishing thing. After all I did promise to take you on that journey right there in the sidebar! The thing is, everything got a little bit complicated … Continue reading →

Posted in Publishing | Tagged Addiction, Buddhism, Coming Out, Coming Out Memoir, compassion, Gay Spirituality, Literary Agents, Publishing, spiritual practice, Writing | Leave a comment

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Tag Archives: compassion

A Moment Of Maitri

Risking The Open Heart

The Essential Goodness of Goodbye

Not So Simple

Why I’m Trying To Love You (And Everybody Else) All The Time: Part 2

Push That Big Red Button, Please!

The Whole Publishing Thing

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