New to Buddhism

Short talks introducing the Buddhist worldview and teachings based on Venerable Thubten Chodron’s introductory books.

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Buddhism for Beginners

A user’s guide to Buddhist basics that provides clear answers to commonly asked questions in plain English.

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Book cover of Open Heart Clear Mind

Open Heart, Clear Mind

Learn fundamental Buddhist teachings to transform disturbing emotions and realize your full human potential.

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Taming the Mind

The essence of Buddhist philosophy and psychology and tools to apply them in our daily life.

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Why Study Buddhism?

Q&A on studying and practicing Buddhism in the West in the 21st century.

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Buddhist Practice (Dharamsala 2018)

Questions and answers from an interview given at Tushita Meditation Centre in Dharamsala. With subtitles in Spanish.

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Gender equality and the future of Buddhism

Venerable Thubten Chodron discusses the importance of gender equality for Western Buddhism.

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