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The psychology of true self-compassion
The effects of compassion on the brain, how mindful and soothing breathing affects our body,…
View PostWhat does it mean to be a good person?
The importance of having a good motivation in all that we do, and how self-centeredness…
View PostOur identity crisis
How social media is affecting personal identities plus personal experiences with identity.
View PostLevels of mind
Explaining what it means to say that the innate clear light is the mind is…
View PostIntroduction to meditation
Basic Buddhist meditation, guided meditations, and some antidotes to the afflictions that may arise in…
View PostAttachment to the body
Commentary on verses looking at the many faults of attachment to the body.
View PostThe power of afflictions and purification
Explaining the subtle levels of mind according to sutra and tantra, completing the section, "The…
View PostAggression, arrogance and grudges
How to work with our dominating, aggressive side that wants to get what we want…
View PostBuddhist practice and community life
Questions about lay life, monastic life, and community life in relation to Dharma practice and…
View PostGood Karma: Helpful and unhelpful friends
Responses to questions and commentary on verses about spiritual friends.
View PostGratitude for the Dharma
A. L. reflects on how prison has afforded her time to reflect on her spiritual…
View PostGathas for daily life
An incarcerated person is inspired by the writing of Thich Nhat Hanh.
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