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Venerable Thubten Chodron Re-writing the 12 steps, 8-12
Finishing up re-writing the 12 steps, how purification and confession fit in, and getting in…
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Re-writing the 12 steps, 1-7
How to rely on refuge in the Three Jewels, our inner wisdom and compassion, and…
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Inattentive perceivers
Teachings on the type of consciousness that is not ascertaining the objects that appear, and…
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Siksamana and bhikshuni ordinations
Explaining different level of nun ordination in various Buddhist tradition.
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Making requests and self-reliance
We request the Buddha's for inspiration along the path, but we must do the work…
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Making our minds receptive to the Dharma
Prayer in Buddhism is a collaborative effort. What we are doing when asking the Buddhas…
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The purpose of a spiritual mentor
How we may adapt a 12-step recovery program with Buddhist views on self-reliance for our…
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Correct assumer
Teachings on the type of consciousness that concludes without a direct experience or infererence.
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Transitioning out of retreat
Instructions on how to gently transition back into non-retreat life after the end of a…
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Working with pain
Tips for dealing with pain during meditation; how to bring it into the practice.
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Examining conceptual mind and needs
Working with our mind to distinguish the conceptual thoughts versus the real feelings or needs…
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