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Sravasti Abbey talks about the COVID-19 pandemic

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A continuing series of Bodhisattva Breakfast Corner talks focusing on how to practice during the COVID-19 pandemic. Go to the Sravasti Abbey YouTube Channel playlist for our latest talks on this topic.

Join in the Chorus of Kindness

Venerable Thubten Chodron talks about the importance of rejoicing in the kindness of others to keep us going in a positive direction.

Lessons in Unpredictability

Venerable Thubten Jigme uses the coronavirus to reflect on the unpredictability and impermanence of samsara.

Let Me Tell You a Story

Venerable Thubten Samten shares a story about rescuing a kitten and encourages families to exchange stories about kindness.

Giving Tuesday Now

Venerable Thubten Tsultrim encourages us to practice far-reaching generosity and take part in Giving Tuesday.

Start with the Poor

Venerable Thubten Damcho answers the trillion-dollar question: How are we going to get out of this pandemic?

Pandemic Pep Talk

Venerable Tenzin Tsepal discusses how to manage anxiety during the current pandemic.

Intimacy

Venerable Thubten Kunga shares how the meaning of intimacy changed through her practice.

Be The Light

Message from Abbess Thubten Chodron of Sravasti Abbey: “In this pandemic, you are not alone. We are in this together. Let us be the light to brighten up this world together! Let’s be the light by sharing this video with all your family and friends.”

Think About the Welfare of Others

Venerable Thubten Chodron discusses how thinking about the welfare of others broadens our perspective so we can break free of the misery of our self-concern.

Compassion Versus Personal Distress

Venerable Tenzin Tsepal speaks about how to tell the difference between genuine compassion and its near enemy, personal distress, especially during this time of pandemic and financial crisis.

Sravasti Abbey Monastics

The monastics of Sravasti Abbey endeavor to live generously through dedicating their lives to the Buddha's teachings, practicing them earnestly, and offering them to others. They live simply, as the Buddha did, and offer a model for society at large, showing that ethical discipline contributes to a morally grounded society. Through actively developing their own qualities of loving-kindness, compassion, and wisdom, the monastics aspire to make Sravasti Abbey a beacon for peace in our conflict-torn world. Learn more about monastic life here...

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