Although the thought of the Dalai Lama’s demise brings tears to her eyes, Teykhang emphasized that the Tibetan government-in-exile has the necessary systems to continue its work, with the Gaden ...

wrinkly skin” anchors this simple board book meditation from the Dalai Lama. Opening lines direct readers to position themselves for initial breathwork (“Keep your eyes slightly open.

The Dalai Lama lifts my hand (his skin is unusually soft) and presses it to his forehead, then peers into my face with his small, twinkly eyes. My mind goes blank. The questions vanish.