His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama: Every Physical Touch

His Holiness the Dalai Lama: “The practice of compassion is of immense benefit.”

His Holiness the Dalai Lama: The practice of compassion is of immense benefit.”

His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama: Every Physical Touch

His Holiness the Dalai Lama visited the N Street Village, a homeless shelter in Washington, D.C. In the background is Buddhist monk Tenzin Lhamo, who has been teaching the women meditation. Twelve women, homeless and struggling with sobriety, clung to each other in the presence of His Holiness. He spoke warmly to each of them as he beamed and bowed his way around the room. He poked briefly at the metal stud adorning one woman’s chin, an accessory which, he admitted later, left him feeling “a little cautious.”

We are same human beings, we all have the same good potential. It’s very important to realize that,” His Holiness told the circle of residents, Continue reading »