Melvin McLeod

“The biggest problem in our lives today,” says Shambhala Sun Editor-in-Chief Melvin McLeod, “is how bad we feel about ourselves.”

Melvin McLeod on how Buddhism uses mindfulness to develop the wisdom that frees us from suffering.

Actor and activist Richard Gere talks about his teacher the Dalai Lama, the warm heart of the Tibetan people, and how humanity can benefit from the values of Tibetan culture.

Buddhist thinker and environmental activist Joanna Macy on the global awakening the planet needs. At heart, it’s a spiritual revolution.

Lion’s Roar Editor-in-Chief, Melvin McLeod reflects on the importance of death in Buddhist philosophy.

Things to see, do, and enjoy in three American Buddhist hotspots.

The Buddha made a big promise—that if we know the cause of suffering we can end it. Melvin McLeod breaks down the Buddha’s four noble truths—including his unique insight into the real cause of our suffering—and argues it’s not only the ultimate self-help formula, but the best guide to helping...

A life-changing journey begins with a single breath. With the simple act of paying mindful attention to one breath, says Melvin McLeod, we step onto a complete path that goes deeper and farther than we can imagine.

Editor-in-chief Melvin McLeod introduces the September 2024 issue of Lion’s Roar on the complete path of mindfulness.

Editor-in-chief Melvin McLeod introduces the March 2025 issue of Lion's Roar.