Spiral Spiral
Perspectives at the intersection of art, science, and Himalayan cultures
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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.
Members of The Yakpo Collective share how personal growth and the impermanence of identity have shaped them as young artists from the Tibetan diaspora.
Rubin Executive Director Jorrit Britschgi tells the story of the yogi and poet Milarepa, whose dark past and transformation highlight our ability to change and grow, despite tumultuous beginnings.
Artist Youdhistir Maharjan shows that the repetitive and mundane can become a form of meditation.
Rubin Executive Director Jorrit Britschgi introduces artist Tsherin Sherpa’s Wish-fulfilling Tree.
Lessons in embracing the unknown, a musical offering, and an improvisation in raga Yaman.
Delve into the Wheel of Existence, a visual representation of Buddhist beliefs about life, death, and rebirth.
Explore a sculpture of Vajravarahi, who embodies the wisdom of all buddhas, and learn how to be reflective and authentic.