Introducing Power, Practice, and Peace

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Welcome to a blog within a blog! I first began writing Power, Practice, and Peace under a pseudonym while completing my first book. I published a number of pieces back then, but the project stalled as the publication of That Which We Already Know came to fruition. A recent review of those writings motivates me to now resurrect them and build on their foundation. Thus, look for Power, Practice, and Peace posts popping up here from time to time. I'll keep a running compilation of posts here. Perhaps I’ll also make them stand out by marking them with the following image—adapted from the banner image of that erstwhile pseudonymous blog.


This image will signify posts in the Power, Practice, and Peace series

 

What is power? Is it something we have or lack? Do we enjoy it or fear it? How do various power differentials and dynamics play out in our personal and professional lives, our communities, our spiritual practices and sexual relations? How do they play out in the way we view ourselves and the world? That is what this blog within a blog is about.

What is practice? Primarily I mean the practice of Buddhism and its impact on how we view power and peace. However, I can’t imagine not touching on other religions, the power relations between them, and potentially conflicting views regarding peace. That is what these posts will explore.

Peace? I remember wishing for it as a child as I blew out the candles on my birthday cake. Now I’m an adult and I’m still learning how to bring it to life. How can we possibly achieve something if we don’t have a clear vision of what we’re looking for? That is what these writings will explore.

I hope you’ll find your way back here from time to time. Reflect with me on these various topics, both individually and collectively. Hopefully we’ll all be transformed in the process.


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