Category: Buddhism

  • Buddha’s 4 Noble Truths vs The 10 Commandments

    Buddha’s 4 Noble Truths vs The 10 Commandments

    I was raised Christian – children’s church, youth groups, the works – but came to see other paths offering wiser guidance. In this article I’ll be giving a brief comparison of the Buddhist Four Noble Truths and the Christian 10 Commandments. Both of these systems offer distinct compasses through the intricate landscape of human existence.…

  • Following Your Nature Doesn’t Justify All Behaviors

    Following Your Nature Doesn’t Justify All Behaviors

    I was reading some Taoist lines (more about my understanding of Taoism here) and, the notion of following one’s nature emerged repeatedly. It prompted me to reflect on the idea that while following your nature can be enlightening, it doesn’t inherently justify all your behaviors. If your natural inclination leans toward harm, it becomes essential…

  • Buddha’s Right View Leads to Simpler Decisions

    Buddha’s Right View Leads to Simpler Decisions

    Decisions in the age of unlimited information are tricky, right? I’m a fortunate person. I’ve got a lot of freedom to make many decisions in my life. But with that sense of freedom, I’m constantly looking up what it’s like to live in different places and honestly, it’s not so good for me to do…