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Becoming a Monastic

A monastic’s mind

A talk directed at monastics but valuable for all. The value of having a monastic…

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A wall with the word Ethical consumerism is still consumerism.
Ethics in the Modern World

Ethical principles cannot be compromised

An interview on materialism and consumption in the modern world that disregard long term happiness.

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Statute of Vajrasattva.
Vajrasattva

Vajrasattva reflections

A reflection by a student on value of the Vajrasattva sadhana as a purification practice.

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Vajrasattva Winter Retreat 2011-12

Power of regret: Identifying the causes

Beginning to see that all negative actions, the afflictions, and their results arise from causes…

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Vajrasattva Winter Retreat 2011-12

The power of regret: Our motivations

Examining our motivations through mindfulness and introspective awareness helps generate regret.

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Shantideva Teachings in Singapore

Chapter 6: Verses 10-12

How we can transform the difficulties into the path to awakening and maintain a happy…

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On Cultivating Virtue

Reflecting on precious human life

When we contemplate the freedoms and fortunes we have in our lives, we learn not…

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Workplace Wisdom

Work

Applying the Dharma in the workplace, Ken Mondal offers us his personal experience.

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On Mindfulness

A chosen life

What if a person who looks different could impart life-changing wisdom. Open one's heart and…

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