Alvin Soon

What I've learned so far, what I believe for now, and what I'm still trying to figure out — a living inquiry, open to change.

What I’ve learned so far

There’s more to being a Buddhist than being enlightened.

Why I’m a Buddhist

Life is full of breaking and mending. But you can still find beauty in that imperfection.

Breaking and beauty

Almost failing my dream assignment taught me talent isn’t a verdict; it can be earned.

In the falling light

I crave certainty. But traveling taught me how to live with uncertainty — and presence showed me how to meet comfort and the unknown.

Travels in the rain The map of wonder

Life can be unfair. Be kind and keep striving anyway.

Be kind and keep striving

If reality tells you everything you know is wrong, be willing to start over.

No way as way

What I’m still figuring out

What does it mean to be a father? And what does it mean to be a son?

A father’s heart The tiger and the rabbit

Why does happiness keep slipping away, and is trying to be happy the problem?

Ordinary days

Life is uncertain, but how can I make good decisions within it, not just endure it?

Rhymes and ruptures

How can I keep practicing Buddhism as a householder?

The quiet forest