About

I am in practice of orienting my life within the context of the Buddha Dharma. I have done so for the last 15 years. My lineages span Theravada, Vajrayana, western insight meditation, and Zen Buddhisms. I also respectfully draw inspiration and understanding through other traditions — primarily western psychology, indigenous ways, and Christian Mysticism.

What draws me to this path? Life! The wheel of samsara! The stress and struggle! And the desire to recognize my Buddha nature with the aspiration to free all beings from this cycle as well.

More specifically, the tail end of my university years resulted in deep reflection that sent me down this path. There was a lot of pent up suffering that I did not realize was there. I thought things were pretty good, until I searched for a different path.

Across the years, places, and life circumstances, I find that this path continues to make the most sense. It continues to produce fruit, which I am eternally grateful to those that have walked before me. And my aspiration is to live these teachings.

teachers

The Buddha, Tulku Thadral Rinpoche, Lama Sonam Tsering Rinpoche, Hokai Sobol, Ann Rosencranz, Dayna Wicks, and more.

inspirations

Chatral Sangye Dorje Rinpoche, Dudjom Rinpoche, Thinley Norbu Rinpoche, Bhikkhu Anālayo, Ajahn Ṭhānissaro, Ajahn Kovilo, Ajahn Nissabho, Ajahn Lee, Ajahn Chah, Ajahn Sucitto, Joseph Goldstein, Gil Fronsdal, and Ken McLeod.

some things I hold

I take refuge in the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha.

I do so with bodhicitta for the benefit of all beings.

Practice does not solely happen in isolation — on the cushion. It happens in the world as well.

elsewhere

Writing — essays and reflections.
walkthefold@proton.me — for everything else.