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The fruits of exploring monastic life
The gems of wisdom gained from participating in the Exploring Monastic Life program for many…
View PostA mirror for our spiritual journey
The Buddha's life story and how it offers a model for our own spiritual journey.
View PostReversing selfishness
Thoughts on David Brooks' "The Power of Altruism," emphasizing how we can get in touch…
View PostSurvival of the most cooperative
Reflections on David Brooks' "New York Times" article on the power of altruism.
View PostDeath and the intermediate state
Factors affecting our death, and the importance of the state of mind at death. What…
View PostChapter 4: Verses 322-328
Nagarjuna's practical advice to a king on how to appoint capable officials is relevant for…
View PostKarma: The boomerang effect
Learning about karma can help us to create the causes for happiness and avoid the…
View PostA wake-up call
A newly-diagnosed health problem brings a practitioner face to face with the reality of impermanence.
View PostGomchen Lamrim review: Birth, aging, sickness, and d...
How to reflect on the dukkha of birth, aging, sickness and death to generate the…
View PostHow karma influences our lives
The teachings on karma are very practical. When we see that our experience is a…
View Post“Precious Garland” review: Quiz part 4 q...
Discussion of how the self exists and doesn't exist. How to use the analysis of…
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