Spiral Spiral
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Dr. Elena Pakhoutova and Dr. Beth Harris reflect on a thangka painting of the Wheel of Life, also known as the Wheel of Existence.
Reimagine: Himalayan Art Now contemplates and celebrates what Himalayan art means now with a Museum-wide exhibition of artworks by over 30 contemporary artists, many from the Himalayan region and diaspora.
Discover Project Himalayan Art—a first-of-its-kind interdisciplinary resource for learning about Himalayan, Tibetan, and Inner Asian art and cultures from the Rubin.
Death Is Not the End is a cross-cultural exhibition that explores notions of death and afterlife through the art of Tibetan Buddhism and Christianity.
Can light deprivation lead us to the light?
With Tibetan Buddhist teacher Khenpo Pema we may begin to see that the four afflictive states of mind have one element in common: ignorance.
When we are blinded by anger, what helps us recognize the damage our rage wreaks on both ourselves and those around us?
How can we recognize when pride stands in the way of progress? When does ego become central to performance?
Comedian and deliverer of sharp political commentary Janeane Garofalo reflects on envy in her realm as a performer and in the wider socio-political environment of our day, and even as a dog-walker.
How do our cravings overcome us in times of estrangement? How do we come to terms with these feelings of attachment and our desires for the outcomes that "could have been"?
Experience the Mandala Lab through the eyes of humanitarian and activist Zainab Salbi, neuroscientist Dr. Richie Davidson, and Mandala Lab organizer Tim McHenry.
Pianist and composer Jonathan Batiste, now known as Jon Batiste, perfomrs at the Rubin in New York City.
Learn about the experiences and impressions available in the Mandala Lab.
Explore the cognitive processes involved in being able to observe yourself having a sensory experience, or observe yourself making a choice
Tanya Selvaratnam discusses her growing self-awareness and her efforts to expose the prevalence of intimate partner violence.
The Ragas Live Festival 2020 was a 24-hour free broadcast featuring legends of global music from 15 cities around the world.
Learn about The Lotus Effect project and how to create your own origami lotus.
Artist Palden Weinreb explores how meditation and mantra guided his early practice.