May 2026 - Lion's Roar
The Antidote to Greed, Anger, and Ignorance
Buddhism teaches that the three poisons—greed, anger, and ignorance—are the root causes of all suffering, but that generosity, loving-kindness, and wisdom can transform these destructive forces into paths of awakening. With insightful teachings and contemplations, you’ll learn how to cultivate inner peace, break free from harmful cycles, and create a kinder world.
Michael Pollan Wants Us to Rethink the Mind
Renowned science writer Michael Pollan has turned his investigative lens toward one of the deepest puzzles in science and philosophy: consciousness itself. In a conversation with Lion’s Roar’s Andrea Miller, he reflects on what we think we know about the mind, why our usual assumptions fall short, and how new research is reshaping our understanding of awareness.
From Panic to Presence
Panic can feel overwhelming, but Buddhist teachings offer practical ways to meet it with steadiness and compassion. This issue explores how awareness, breath, and gentle inquiry can help us interrupt the cycle of fear and return to a sense of inner safety.
The Meaning Behind Buddhism’s Most Iconic Mudras
Lion’s Roar presents an expansive guide to more than twenty sacred hand gestures, from Earth Touching and Teaching to Fearlessness, Generosity, Meditation, and Supreme Enlightenment. Learn how these mudras express the Buddha’s deepest insights and how they can enrich your own practice.