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Practicing the Buddha's teachings help people in prison to let go of guilt and shame and develop self-confidence.

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Path through trees
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The journey

If looking back is hurtful, it can be a relief to find a way forward…

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Hard chair in empty room
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The pajama room

A person in prison experiences a spiritual awakening unlike any he had anticipated.

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Bars on a window with dead tree inside against red bricks
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Shame

Finding self-respect in the respect we have for our own Buddha nature.

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A plaque with the words: I am still learning-michelangelo, on a tree.
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Learning from others

We can rejoice in our own virtue without looking down on others.

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Silhouette and transparent image of a man.
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Talking to the person I used to be

What would you say to your former self?

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The word 'compassion' engraved into silver metal.
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Having compassion for yourself

Even in a difficult environment, making changes in one's life for the better will benefit…

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Sign in the forest that says love
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Deserving love

Reasons why people do not feel worthy of love. Having compassion and love for oneself…

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Shaggy dog looking into the distance with fall trees in background
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Getting back on track

Some ups and downs in Dharma practice, and a bit of "muscle ache" after getting…

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