I am a lay Buddhist born and raised in Calgary "cowtown" Alberta where I still live today. I am not a teacher nor am I an expert on the topic of Buddhist studies or spiritual practice. I have created this blog in order to connect and respond to the many friends, family and acquaintances who have asked me why I am a vegetarian and why I am Buddhist. I hope that this blog will answer some of those questions and more importantly create a conversation place to ask more. Eventually I hope to add many conversations, links and resources discussing Buddhism, vegetarianism and related topics to this blog.
I follow the oldest tradition Theravada Buddhism. This year I will be attending a retreat at Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Woodacre, California. I go there to bring more focus and energy to my practice. Going to this retreat has been made possible by the generosity and love of my family.
Why am I a vegetarian? I believe in non-harming. A vegetarian diet is healthy and beneficial to me physically and spiritually. My tradition does not require me to be a vegetarian it only states that harming is one of the causes of suffering.
Why am I Buddhist? The teachings of the Buddha have shown me solid stable ground for my life. The core teachings of Buddhist practice are the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path. These teachings along with many others will continue to enrich my life.
Namasté
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