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Venerable Thubten Chodron Compassion as an antidote to depression
How reaching out to others can improve our own state of mind.
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Kenneth Mondal The kindness of others
When we develop equanimity we can overcome our attachment, anger and apathy and have equal-hearted…
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Chapter 5: Verses 107-112
An examination of the ways in which bodhisattvas guide students and teach in a way…
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Relying on a spiritual friend
The benefits and importance of relying on a spiritual mentor, and the basic qualities to…
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Chapter 5: Engaging in the bodhisattva deeds
Insight into how bodhisattvas think and act in order to be of the greatest benefit…
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Caring for ourselves and others
The antidotes to anger, an affliction which blocks our capacity to cultivate compassion.
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Benefits of compassion
The benefits of cultivating compassion and how to meditate to develop compassion towards all sentient…
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A heart of compassion
The meaning of compassion and the importance of distinguishing between compassion and self-centered distress.
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Chapter 4: Verses 93-100
Continuing to discuss the inappropriateness of pride for those in power, and comparing arrogance and…
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Dwelling in the Vibrant Warmth of Bodhicitta
Bodhicitta transforms our attitude toward other sentient beings.
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One year after the Aurora shooting
Reflecting with compassion on the one-year anniversary of the Batman movie shooting in Colorado.
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Chapter 4: Verses 85-92
Examining the reasons why it is inappropriate for those in power to be proud, relating…
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