Anti-Inflammation Meal: Vibrant Malay Salad

Try this salad to boost your intake of anti-inflammatory foods.

Three Sensual Practices To Do With Your Partner Tonight (That Aren’t About Sex)

“These three practices all have the key quality of inviting pleasure while reducing stress.”

Poem: The Suitcase

"But where he was welcome most / Was often where he was his worst."

Mabon: A Ritual for the Autumn Equinox

Honor the shadow and the light with this Mabon, or Autumn Equinox, ritual.

You’re in Charge of Celebrations

“A true celebration is never passive. Celebrations aren’t about being amused or entertained. A true celebration is an active response to the wonders and blessings of life.”

Ten Ways to Ease Inflammation

Turn the inflammation dial down with these nutrition and lifestyle tips.

Why Do So Many of Us Live in Fear?

"If only they knew: For us, fear is not a choice. A little fear is necessary for survival: Ask any gazelle. But too much fear can be as crippling as too little."

2019 Sept/Oct

How Can I Find a Simple Religion?

Looking for a simple religion to share with your friends? Read on.

Science & Spirit: Healing Light

Let the light shine! That’s the message researchers are finding about the powers of light to treat medical, mental-health, and cosmetic issues. There are even new ways to use light imagery to battle autoimmune diseases. For all the illuminating news, read on.

Why Is It So Difficult to Be Happy?

The mystic Osho talks about “happiness” and “misery,” and turns the conventional wisdom about these seemingly polar opposites on its head.

2019 Sept/Oct

From the Temple, for the Temple

Step inside a one-of-a-kind restaurant where the food is spiritual nourishment.

Nourishing Autumn Heirloom Grains for Breakfast

The heirloom kitchen is a space that honors not just the best ingredients but also the techniques and wisdom of our ancestors.

Seven International Soups to Help Fight the Effects of Age

With these healthy soups, your spoon becomes a powerful tool in your antiaging arsenal.

Poem: The Holler

"I must write her a note of glad tidings / with tidbits of nostalgia instead of our grief"

Book Talk

Gift of Crisis: Getting to Know Bridgitte Jackson-Buckley

The Gift of Crisis: How I Used Meditation to Go From Financial Failure to a Life of Purpose is the story of Bridgitte Jackson's journey from shame and fear towards a life she loves.

The Discussion: Seeking Connection

This month's discussion column addresses a reader who questions: How can I nourish my spiritual side when living in a rural area—where connections are harder to find?

6 Crystals to Help You Sleep

Find the right crystal for your sleep issue, and you'll soon be lost in dreamland.

Feel: Healing the Spiritual Wound of Sexual Trauma

The Apostle Paul: A Misunderstood Progressive?

"In this narrative, Paul—the man formerly known as Saul who had a dramatic conversion while on the road to Damascus—is the first and greatest hijacker."

Six Veggies (and Recipes) for Optimal Gut Health

“Although all veggies are good for you, some pack an outsized punch when it comes to promoting gut health. These six vegetables, and the easy recipes that go with them, will help your inner garden grow.”