Meditation for Peace: A Collective Action of Presence and Hope On May 25th, 2025, the Zen Kannon community gathered as part of the Festa Major of the neighborhood Dreta de l’Eixample in Barcelona to hold a Meditation for Peace—an open event that transformed Girona Street into a space of silence, awareness, and shared compassion. Peace…
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Fuse is a Japanese word that in Zen Buddhism refers to the practice of dō, generosity, or selfless giving. It comes from the Sanskrit word dāna, which is one of the six perfections (pāramitās) of the bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism. Giving without expecting anything in return Fuse is not just about giving material or immaterial…
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A Scientific Study on the Zen Personality Can we talk about being a zen person? Or having a zen personality? It’s worth noting that in France, the expression “Être zen” (To be zen) has become fashionable. A whole range of self-help books can be found that offer lessons on how to “be zen” in just…
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Concentration and observation are like the right leg and the left leg with which the mind walks during zazen. A path that overcomes the obstacles of drowsiness and agitation (Kontin and Sanran), avoiding stagnation and confusion. In this article, we will explore this crucial concept in the Zen teachings of Taisen Deshimaru and provide guidelines…
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Meditation, Dopamine, and Serotonin Zen meditation is an ancient practice that, in addition to being a spiritual path for introspection and self-knowledge, has a direct impact on brain function. Various studies have shown that this form of meditation can influence the production of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin, which are closely linked to feelings…
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