Oct 23, 2014
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Incarcerated people The de facto clause
Due to government fear that he will re-offend, an incarcerated person is held under civil…
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Steadfastness and self-confidence
How to distinguish self-confidence from conceit, engaging in virtue with enthusiasm, and the disadvantages of…
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A joyous long-term vision
The importance of aspiration and a joyous long-term vision, self-confidence, and an examination of the…
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Awakening joy
How to generate armor-like joyous effort, avoid despondency, and counteract laziness, discouragement and weariness.
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Counteracting laziness
The different types of laziness and how to counteract them, and the importance of remembering…
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Joyous effort, ignorance, and laziness
This retreat on joyous effort begins with teachings on cultivating fortitude and counteracting laziness to…
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Venerable Thubten Semkye Guided meditation on precious human rebirth
A meditation on the unique qualities of a precious human life to see our fortunate…
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Advice on living with an open heart
An exploration of the Buddha's teachings in helping us develop compassion in our lives and…
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Verse 66: The eye of wisdom
How we begin to understand emptiness gradually, and how the two truths—ultimate and conventional—go together.
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Julia Erche - Oct 12, 2014
Julia Erche Positive effects of Dharma practice
How a student used practice and meditation to help her through the pain and discomfort…
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Verse 65: Resting the weary mind
On the hindrances that arise when we cultivate concentration and how to counteract them with…
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Buddhism’s common ground
An interview on the book Buddhism: One Teacher, Many Traditions that explores the similarities and…
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