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Mindfulness of feelings
The meaning and purpose of being mindful of the three types of feelings.
View PostMindfulness of the body
An explanation of mindfulness of the body and the meditations on the body.
View PostThe four objects of mindfulness
Introduction to the four establishments of mindfulness including the four objects and the common manner…
View PostReview of Chapter Six: Verses 1-11
The disadvantages of anger, and how to keep the mind from getting angry by protecting…
View PostBuddhahood depends on sentient beings
Reviewing Chapter 12, "The Mind and Its Potential", describing how Buddhas depends on sentient beings…
View PostTransforming anxiety and depression in a rapidly cha...
Discussion of the source of anxiety and related emotions and some practical antidotes to counteract…
View PostThe kindness of enemies
How those who harm us can help us overcome anger, resentment, and grudges.
View PostRevoking anger’s “Get out of trouble free” card
Anger can make us impulsive, making us feel out of control. A simple meditation shows…
View PostSome thoughts on the practice of gratitude
As His Holiness the Dalai Lama reminds us, we become happier by becoming kinder.
View PostThe kindness of others
Continued explanation of the nine-point meditation on equalizing self and others with the three points…
View PostWe are all equal
Explanation of the first three points of the nine-point meditation on equalizing self and others.
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