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Julia Hayes - Sep 24, 2012
Julia Hayes Three virtues entwined
A mother shares how she deals with her child's fear of death from cancer.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Benefitting animals with wisdom and compassion
Concerns over distortions in the practice of animal liberation and suggestions of ways to truly…
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Notes on preparing for a loved one’s death
What we can do to support loved ones through the dying process, at the time…
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Mary Grace Lentz
- Jul 31, 2012
Practicing with what’s in front of you
When we are faced with caring for loved ones who are ill and suffering, practicing…
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A monastic’s mind
A talk directed at monastics but valuable for all. The value of having a monastic…
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Cheri
- Jul 19, 2012
Jury duty
Going through the jury duty process with a Buddhist perspective.
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Venerable Thubten Chonyi Dedicating for awakening
The importance of protecting our merit by dedicating it towards awakening.
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Introduction to Vajrasattva retreat
Preliminary instructions for retreat including working with the mind, caring for the body, mindfulness of…
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Jonathan Owen
- Oct 15, 2011
Reflecting on precious human life
When we contemplate the freedoms and fortunes we have in our lives, we learn not…
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Bon
- Aug 27, 2011
A bodhisattva’s determination
Sustaining joyous effort on others' behalf during challenging situations.
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Miscarriages and karma
Sometimes a baby is stillborn. The grief of the parents often is very deep. An…
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