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Teachings on the mental affliction of anger, including its causes, disadvantages, and antidotes.
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Chapter 5: Verses 401-405
By identifying the mental afflictions and how they harm others and ourselves we will be…
View PostBeing Tashi, facing the death of a child
A student searches for peace after the death of her child.
View PostBanishing bad habits
The role of mindfulness and introspective awareness in helping us work with our disturbing emotions.
View PostHow the afflictions arise
The antidotes to the six root afflictions, the sequence in which they arise, and the…
View PostHow to age happily
We will take the mental habits we cultivate now into our old age, so it…
View PostWhy do I get angry?
When anger arises, we can choose not to stay in its thrall. Anger is based…
View PostIgnorance, doubt, and afflictive views
Continued explanation of the root afflictions, the cause of our unsatisfactory experiences. Outline of the…
View PostMind is the source of our experience
Venerable Thubten Chodron begins the annual program for young adults by explaining the Buddhist theory…
View PostAttachment, anger, and conceit
The first three of the six root afflictions that disturb the mind and lead to…
View PostRespecting others
A student reflects on how quickly she is willing to give advice, even when unsolicited.…
View PostZipping our lips
Avoiding harsh words benefits our self, prevents harming others and fosters healthy relationships.
View PostThe four immeasurables in meditation and daily life
We can have equal care and concern for everyone simply because they exist, simply because…
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