Good Teacher, Good Student Retreat (2009)

Teachings on the qualities to look for in a spiritual teacher and to cultivate as qualified students, held at Sravasti Abbey from May 23-25, 2009.

Venerable Chodron teaching the Dharma and smiling very happily.

Finding our spiritual guide

Why we need a spiritual mentor, the qualities to look for, and how to go about finding the spiritual mentor.

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Venerable Chodron teaching the Dharma and smiling very happily.

The benefits of having a teacher

How we benefit from the great kindness of our teachers and how to cultivate the qualities of a good student, which will transform our minds…

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Venerable Chodron teaching the Dharma and smiling very happily.

Qualities of the student

The qualities of a good disciple as well as the benefits and ways of serving the teacher.

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Venerable Chodron teaching the Dharma and smiling very happily.

Why we need a teacher

The reasons we need a spiritual mentor and the importance of cultivating our own motivations and qualities.

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Venerable Chodron teaching the Dharma and smiling very happily.

Relying on the teacher

What it means to rely on our spiritual mentors and the many benefits of doing so.

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