Sisy Chen on Reading Tideland Tideland Tideland Tid

Renowned Taiwanese TV commentator Sisy Chen references the famous song The Intimate Lover to illustrate how reading can also become an intimate companion. Why does she say this?

BENEVOLENCE AND WISDOM

Sisy Chen on Reading

Renowned Taiwanese TV commentator Sisy Chen references the famous song The Intimate Lover to illustrate how reading can also become an intimate companion. Why does she say this?
BENEVOLENCE AND WISDOM

From Floods to Harvests: Recovery in Kenya xxxx

After devastating floods in 43 counties, Tzu Chi partnered with the Camillian Delegation of Kenya to help Kenyan farmers rebuild their lives.

TZU CHI ENGLISH NEWS

From Floods to Harvests: Recovery in Kenya

After devastating floods in 43 counties, Tzu Chi partnered with the Camillian Delegation of Kenya to help Kenyan farmers rebuild their lives.
TZU CHI ENGLISH NEWS

No More Midwives A Roof Like No Other A Roof Lik

Afghanistan has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world. Facing years of conflict and humanitarian aid, local midwives are struggling to save lives.

RHYTHMS MONTHLY

No More Midwives

Afghanistan has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world. Facing years of conflict and humanitarian aid, local midwives are struggling to save lives.
RHYTHMS MONTHLY

Health

Double vision

Seeing one image requires precise coordination of muscles and nerves. Disruption may lead to double vision.
ALL ABOUT HEALTH

Embracing a Vegan Lifestyle

Veganism isn't just diet—it's also your clothes and makeup.
HEALTHY LIVING

Dermatomyositis (Part 4)

Experiencing muscle weakness, skin rashes, or breathlessness? Consider checking for dermatomyositis.
HEALTH TIPS

Treating Hand Eczema

Hand eczema flares with weather changes and overwashing. Can TCM help bring relief?
CHINESE MEDICINE CLINIC

Go Vegetarian

Baked Pineapple and Wood Ear Salad
Taco Rice
Braised King Oyster Mushroom with Sesame Seeds
Pan-fried Sweet Potato Cakes

Environmental Protection

In our pursuit of convenience and efficiency, what have we done to harm Mother Earth? Sinking cities are not science fic ddd ddd ddd ddd ddd dd d dddd ddddd dddddd ddd dddd dddd dddd
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

How does corporate environmentalism benefit everyone? How can consumers do their part to support it? Charles Chen, a Taiwanese entrepreneur, shares his views on these topics with us.
BENEVOLENCE AND WISDOM

Master Class

The Path to No-Self

Many of our worries stem from being too attached to the idea of "self." Dr. John Yang, a preventive medicine expert, author, and mindfulness teacher, shares that the key to freeing ourselves from stress and suffering is learning to let go of the ego. What does that really mean?

The Path to No-Self

Many of our worries stem from being too attached to the idea of "self." Dr. John Yang, a preventive medicine expert, author, and mindfulness teacher, shares that the key to freeing ourselves from stress and suffering is learning to let go of the ego. What does that really mean?

Earthquake Safety:
Dos and Don'ts (Part 1)

Famed Japanese manga artist Ryo Tatsuki, who predicted the 2011 Japan earthquake, has warned of a major quake this July. True or not, one thing is clear: panic won't help—preparation might. Earthquakes often strike without warning. So how should we prepare? Disaster expert Lin Chin-hung shares what we need to know.

Earthquake Safety: Dos and Don'ts (Part 1)

Famed Japanese manga artist Ryo Tatsuki, who predicted the 2011 Japan earthquake, has warned of a major quake this July. True or not, one thing is clear: panic won't help—preparation might. Earthquakes often strike without warning. So how should we prepare? Disaster expert Lin Chin-hung shares what we need to know.

The Wisdom of the Mirror
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How can we listen to others without being overwhelmed by emotions? Psychologist Hong Jhong-cing uses the mirror as a metaphor to show that by listening with awareness, we can understand others while also seeing our true selves.

The Wisdom of the Mirror

How can we listen to others without being overwhelmed by emotions? Psychologist Hong Jhong-cing uses the mirror as a metaphor to show that by listening with awareness, we can understand others while also seeing our true selves.

People

Realizing the Value of Life

Through her experience with composting, Master De Quan draws parallels between the cycle of plants and the cycle of our lives, reflecting on how to fully realize our value in life.
DAILY LIFE AT JING SI ABODE

Golden Hope

True to his name, which means "golden hope," Jin Xi has overcome many challenges to become China's first visually impaired lawyer. Now, he further seeks to explore the world and aspires to bring hope to other disabled people.
DREAM STAGE

The Anti-drug Care Team

Once a drug addict, Gao Zhao-liang has been offering unwavering support alongside other volunteers since 2015 to inmates and those who have been discharged from jail, helping them to stay away from drugs and start anew.
UNSUNG HEROES

A Life of Resilience

At 97, Zhang Chen Qi has spent decades collecting recyclables, turning the small act of charity into a lifelong mission. With humility and laughter, she shares her wisdom on embracing hardship with an open heart.
THUS I DO

Realizing the Value of Life

Through her experience with composting, Master De Quan draws parallels between the cycle of plants and the cycle of our lives, reflecting on how to fully realize our value in life.
DAILY LIFE AT JING SI ABODE

Golden Hope

True to his name, which means "golden hope," Jin Xi has overcome many challenges to become China's first visually impaired lawyer. Now, he further seeks to explore the world and aspires to bring hope to other disabled people.
DREAM STAGE

The Anti-drug Care Team

Once a drug addict, Gao Zhao-liang has been offering unwavering support alongside other volunteers since 2015 to inmates and those who have been discharged from jail, helping them to stay away from drugs and start anew.
UNSUNG HEROES

A Life of Resilience

At 97, Zhang Chen Qi has spent decades collecting recyclables, turning the small act of charity into a lifelong mission. With humility and laughter, she shares her wisdom on embracing hardship with an open heart.
THUS I DO

Love in Action

Happiness at My Door

Born in a very poor family in Sichuan, China, Chen Wei was always eager to start working and earn money. However, life threw a curve ball at him when he was in college…

LOVE BEYOND BOUNDARIES

Happiness at My Door

Born in a very poor family in Sichuan, China, Chen Wei was always eager to start working and earn money. However, life threw a curve ball at him when he was in college…

LOVE BEYOND BOUNDARIES

Through the Mist

Unable to cope with his son's abrupt mental illness, Huang Jun-yuan started drinking heavily. However, under the care and guidance of Tzu Chi volunteers, he quit his bad habits and has gained joy and strength through giving.

CARE IN ACTION

Through the Mist

Unable to cope with his son's abrupt mental illness, Huang Jun-yuan started drinking heavily. However, under the care and guidance of Tzu Chi volunteers, he quit his bad habits and has gained joy and strength through giving.

CARE IN ACTION

Tzu Chi's Journey in Lumbini (Part 3)

After stationing in Lumbini, Nepal, Tzu Chi volunteers met Bechu, who had sustained serious brain injuries in an accident. To help fulfill Bechu's wish of supporting his family once again, they built him a corner store…

DA AI JOURNAL

Tzu Chi's Journey in Lumbini (Part 3)

After stationing in Lumbini, Nepal, Tzu Chi volunteers met Bechu, who had sustained serious brain injuries in an accident. To help fulfill Bechu's wish of supporting his family once again, they built him a corner store…

DA AI JOURNAL

Spirituality

STORIES TOLD BY VENERABLE MASTER CHENG YEN

LIFE WISDOM

WISDOM AT DAWN

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF
VENERABLE MASTER CHENG YEN

WORDS OF WISDOM FOR LIFE

Great Dharma Masters in History

Dharma Master Huai Hai

Master Huai Hai introduced for Chan monasticism the tradition of "a day without work is a day without food," which helped shift Chan monastic life from one supported by alms begging to a self-sufficient lifestyle based on farm work.

Dharma Master Fa Xian

At the ripe age of 62, Dharma Master Fa Xian set out on an arduous trek from China to India in search of Buddhist teachings. He was regarded as the first Dharma master to have introduced Buddhism to China and had written a book on his travels, which has become an essential historical reference for scholars and travelers alike.

Dharma Master An Shigao

A prince of the Parthian Empire, An Shigao renounced his royal throne to walk the spiritual path and become a Buddhist monk. He was the first person to translate Buddhist texts into Chinese and introduce the Buddha's teachings to China.

Tzu Chi 2024 Year in Review

2024 has been a year marked by challenges and compassion. From natural disasters to relief efforts in the aftermath, countless lives have been deeply impacted. Watch the video to see how love and care have helped people find hope again.

The Story of the Buddha

Did you know that over 2,500 years ago, a prince renounced his royal life to seek ways for everyone to transcend suffering? This Buddha Day, travel back in time with us in a three-minute video to explore his journey to enlightenment.

Silent Mentors (Part II)

In life, no one can escape illness. When we fall ill, it will be a blessing if we can come across a good and caring doctor. To help nurture such humane doctors, body donors selflessly gave their bodies for medical education after their passing. At Taiwan's Tzu Chi University, they are respectfully referred to as "silent mentors."

Ten Years After Morakot

After Typhoon Morakot devastated southern Taiwan in 2009, Tzu Chi built over 1,300 permanent houses for Morakot survivors from the mountains. How have they been adapting to their new lives in the lowland?

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