Blog
Latest Posts
View all posts in Venerable Thubten Chodron's teaching archive.
Chasing rainbows
What actually is chocolate? When we look closely at the objects we are attached to…
View PostVerse 101: The magical horse
On the three types of joyous effort and how practicing them helps to give us…
View PostVerse 100: The armor of fortitude
How to practice the fortitude of experiencing suffering, hearing harsh words and practicing the Dharma.
View PostThe far-reaching practice of joyous effort
By developing the three types of joyous effort we will take delight in virtue, maintain…
View PostChapter 1: Verses 4-9
To generate wisdom a series of upper rebirths is needed. Upper rebirth requires confidence in…
View PostVerse 99: The magical ritual
The surest way to vanquish the demons of our afflictions is not through magical rituals,…
View PostVerse 98: The supreme treasure
How the practice of genuine generosity reaps infinite wealth in our spiritual practice.
View PostVerse 97: The supreme goodness
How taming the mind is the best way for us to be of benefit to…
View PostThe power of optimism
Rejoicing in the positive mental states and good hearts of Abbey friends.
View PostLiving an open-hearted life
A daylong seminar offering perspectives on compassion from Buddhism and psychology from Venerable Thubten Chodron…
View PostA prison visit on “Buddha Day”
Venerable Thubten Jigme describes her experience celebrating "Buddha Day" with those at Coyote Ridge Correctional…
View PostThe far-reaching practice of fortitude
The three types of fortitude that help to transform how we view hardships and overcome…
View Post