Fluid Depictions of Gender and Identity in Himalayan Art
Deities beyond the binaries of gender
Sithi Nakha—A Nepalese Celebration of “Rain Baby” Kumara
The festival marks the beginning of monsoon season
Celebrating the Life, Death, and Enlightenment of Buddha Jayanti
One of the holiest days of the year for Buddhists
A Journey Up the Museum’s Spiral Staircase
Take a guided tour of the Rubin's one-of-a-kind architectural feature
Here’s What Happens At Nepal’s Most Awe-Inspiring Chariot Procession
The legend of the Red God Rato Macchendranath
Falu on “The True Spirit and Color of Bollywood”
The singer-songwriter shares her creative inspirations
Three Thought-Provoking Moments from Brainwave 2016
Highlights from talks with Stephen Sondheim, Questlove, and others
The Guardian King
Get a closer look at a sculpture of Virupaksha
The 2015 Earthquakes and Their Aftermath in Nepal
Empathy in the face of distant catastrophe
A Warrior for Non-Violence: Celebrating Jain Jayanthi at the Rubin Museum
Honoring Lord Mahavira's birthday
Learn the Lexicon
Discover the work of punk rocker and artist Genesis Breyer P-Orridge
The Science of Humor and Where to Find It
Research reveals the importance of humor for our well-being
Hindu Legends That Inspired the Colorful Holi Festival
Learn about the celebration of the victory of good over evil
Handling Anger with Mindfulness and Compassion
A meditation teacher explores the role of anger in everyday life
Take a Look at Mirror Meditation
Psychologist Dr. Tara Well developed a new way to confront emotions
Neuroscientists Give You a Peek Into Your Brain
Behind the Scenes with Genesis Breyer P-Orridge
The legendary British punk rocker shares h/er inspirations and creative process
Three Ways Tibetan Buddhist Art Lets You Confront Your Fears
Learn how to tame this powerful emotion

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