Rooftop Refuge: Building Sacred Spaces in Busy Cities
Living in Brooklyn means I’m surrounded by constant motion—sirens, subways rumbling underground, neighbors chatting on the stoop, and the endless hum of city life. It’s
Shaulene Wright
Gardener in Brooklyn, NY
About
Shaulene Wright blends her love for urban gardening with a deep commitment to Buddhist principles, finding peace and purpose in cultivating both plants and inner stillness. Whether tending to her rooftop garden or hosting small meditation circles, Shaulene brings calm, care, and connection to her community.
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Seeds of Patience: How Gardening Teaches Us to Wait Without Forcing
When I first started gardening, I wanted results right away. I’d plant seeds in neat rows, water them carefully, and then rush back the next