A small selection of some of my favourite dharma-related things - great to tap into when you might be looking for some extra inspiration or education. It's impossible to list them all here, but here are some of the greatest hits.
Books
Buddha, Vol. 1: Kapilavastu (Buddha #1)
For those more visually inclined, this 8-volume graphic novel by Osamu Tezuka is a fantastic visual rendition of the Buddha's life.
The Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in D…
The book I stumbled upon which originally introduced me to meditation. Every one of Pema’s books is absolutely worth reading though.
In Love with the World: A Monk’s Journey Through the Ba…
Mingyur Rinpoche’s tale of his four year wandering retreat and near death experience. A great companion to his other books which are of course worth reading!
Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism
Still hits like a punch in the guts.
Blazing Splendor - The Wisdom Experience
Incredible stories from the life of Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche, Mingyur Rinpoche's father.
A Meditator’s Guide to Buddhism: The Path of Awareness,…
Written by Cortland Dahl, co-founder of Tergar International and all around genius, this is a fantastic primer on Buddhism for those looking to go beyond a more secular mindfulness practice.
Sanity and Sainthood: Integrating Meditation and Psycho…
Even though the author is coming from a different tradition, this short yet powerful read gives a very refreshing overview of the meditative path that deeply resonated with me and my own experience.
Open Heart, Open Mind: Awakening the Power of Essence L…
Written by Mingyur Rinpoche's brother, Tsoknyi Rinpoche introduces some very powerful practice techniques here that really compliment Mingyur Rinpoche's approach in a unique way.
Awakening from the Daydream: Reimagining the Buddha’s W…
A wonderful modern interpretation of the wheel of life, featuring a cover illustration by Jacky Winter Alumni, Andrew Archer!
Podcasts
The Wisdom Podcast
Hosted by Daniel Aitkin, CEO of Wisdom Publications (and fellow Australian!) each episode of these Dharma Chats is unskippable.
Home - Edge of Mind Podcast
Andrew Holecek originally introduced me to Mingyur Rinpoche and his Edge of Mind podcast continually explores some of the deepest ends of the pool in a way that consistently blows my mind.
Deconstructing Yourself Podcast
Also in the deeper end of the pool at times, all of Michael's interview subjects have always opened me up to something new.
10% Happier with Dan Harris
Occasionally grating, Dan gets some great guests across a variety of traditions.
Redesigning the Dharma
Can be a bit of a mixed bag but some of the recent interviews on this podcast have put it into my regular rotation. Definitely a bit edgier in some areas but worth a dig through the archives.
Tricycle Talks
Tricycle is one of the longest running Buddhist magazines in the west and their podcast often has some great interviews.
Movies & Videos
Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet (2009) ⭐ 7.8 | Documentary
Incredible footage of the Gebchak nuns - A bit hard to track down but very much worth it.
Beyond Two Worlds: A Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche IX
Feature length documentation about Traleg Rinpoche, one of the most important figures responsible for bringing the Dharma to Australia and one of my first teachers.
Watch Wandering...But Not Lost Online | Vimeo On Demand
Wonderful documentary about Mingyur Rinpoche's wandering retreat.
IMPORTANT DOCUMENTARIES: Karmapa 'The Lion`s Roar' (1985) History of the Karma Kagyu lineage
Some rare footage of some of the greatest meditation masters that helped bring the Dharma to the west.
IMPORTANT DOCUMENTARIES: Cave in the Snow (2002) Story of the buddhist nun, Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo
Powerful documentary about Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo discussing her 12 year cave retreat and the establishment of her nunnery.
For the Benefit of All Beings
Heartbreaking but deeply moving, the story of Garchen Rinpoche documenting his exile from Tibet to the establishment of his community in the US.
Newsletters and Miscellany
Samaneri Jayasāra - Wisdom of the Masters
Samaneri Jayasāra is an Australian nun who makes wonderful recordings of the teachings of great masters from a variety of wisdom traditions (amongst other things!)
A great Instagram follow to help sprinkle in a bit of Dharma to your feed.
Dharma Lab | Substack
Cortland Dahl and Dr Richard Davidson's Substack has an accompanying podcast as well, but the newsletter has a great Q&A feature with these two geniuses that I find very valuable.
Home - The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion
A must visit for anyone in Victoria, and a host venue for Mingyur Rinpoche's tour in August 2026.
Healthy Minds Program App - App Store
The Healthy Minds app has been developed by many Tergar-adjacent folks and is probably one of the only meditation apps that I can actually recommend to people.
Other Practice Communities
Tergar Meditation Community
The home of Tergar International, Mingyur Rinpoche's meditation community. Also where you can learn the Joy of Living curriculum online, or dive into the Vajrayana online community and teachings.
Tergar Australia
...and of course Tergar Australia, where you can find me usually!
Unfettered Mind – Living Practice
Ken McLeod has some some incredible translation and writing in his lifetime and Unfettered Mind is a treasure trove of his life's work. His occasional newsletter 'practice tips' always stop me in my tracks.
This Meditative Life
Precious teachings from Myoshin Kelley, my TCAAMT Mentor, and senior Tergar Instructor.
Buddhist Center of Steamboat Springs
Led by Tim Olmsted, a senior Tergar Instructor, this vibrant community in Colorado meets weekly, often at hours that can be attended during the day in Australia.
Home Page - Ocean
A thriving online community and platform established by senior students of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche. An absolute treasure trove. They run some amazing online courses.
E-Vam Institute
For those in Melbourne, E-Vam some fantastic in-person programs both at their Carlton Centre as well as at the Maitripa Centre, their retreat facility in Healesville which also hosts the annual Buddhist Summer School event.
Siddhartha’s Intent
Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche's sangha has very broad global footprint and an variety of online offerings.
Stream Entering Monastery | Plum Village
Melbourne is so lucky to have this place. Highly recommend any opportunity to visit and practice with the resident nuns (and now monks) when possible.
Home | Tara Institute
Our local FPMT centre in Melbourne. If you have young kids, they run a weekly Dharma Club for children which I very much recommend.
Welcome - Night Club
Andrew Holecek's online community focussing on night practices like Dream Yoga and Lucid Dreaming.
Meditation with Michael Imperioli
Did you know Michael Imperioli from the Sopranos is a devoted Buddhist and teaches meditation online? Now you do!
