by Vishvapani | Jun 23, 2014 | Audio & Video, Interviews & Discussion Programmes
A discussion programme on mindfulness and its relation to religion on BBC Radio Wales. The contributors are: Vishvapani Rebecca Crane: Director of the Centre for Mindfulness Research and Practice at Bangor University Father Roger Dawson: a Jesuit priest and Director...
by Vishvapani | Mar 7, 2014 | Featured, Thought for the Day
When controversy is met by criticism what happens to free speech? As novelist Hilary Mantel speaks out at her treatment in the media, what do Buddhist teachings have to say about the ethics of communication? Thought for the Day 7/3.2014 A year ago Hilary Mantel, the...
by Vishvapani | Feb 28, 2014 | Featured, Mindfulness, Thought for the Day
The mindfulness movements show that, in our speedy, stressed out society ancient wisdom traditions are more relevant than ever The former Speaker, Bernard Weatherill once told a friend of mine that when the Commons was in uproar he groaned inwardly and then turned to...
by Vishvapani | Feb 14, 2014 | Thought for the Day
Britain is being battered and much of Europe is being battered by storms. However much we dislike it, the truth is we can’t change the weather. Facing the raw power of the natural world shows us our vulnerability and challenges our inner resources. Weekend Word, BBC...
by Vishvapani | Feb 8, 2014 | Thought for the Day
As the Winter Olympics start in Sochi, Russia, what is the fascination of sport? Could it be the mental battle that echoes the challenges of our own lives? Thought for the Day 8/2/2014 Listen For non-sports fans there are many reasons to dislike the Winter Olympics:...
by Vishvapani | Nov 15, 2013 | Thought for the Day
It’s Children in Need Day and the 75th anniversary of Krystallnacht, when my father watched the synagogue burning. The significance of how we respond isn’t just the money. It also says something about who we are and our relationships with others Weekend...
