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The purity of the mind
Reviewing Chapter 12, "The Mind and Its Potential", describing the nature of the mind and…
View PostEmptiness, its nature, its purpose, and its meaning
What it means to say things are empty but arise dependently. Also explanation of the…
View PostQuestions and answers on Dharma in daily life
Answers to student questions on how how to apply the Dharma in common situations.
View PostThe importance of realizing the ultimate nature
Why realizing emptiness is essential and the stages we go through to realize emptiness.
View PostMindfulness of the mind and phenomena
An explanation of mindfulness of the mind and phenomena. Also the reason for meditating on…
View PostMindfulness 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.
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