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The dangers of absolutism and nihilism
The wrong views of nihilism and absolutism and how they affect our ethical conduct.
View PostThe thieves of wrong views
Wrong views are like thieves that steal our virtue. Not believing that our actions have…
View PostRejoicing in the happiness of others
Rejoicing in the good fortune and excellence of others relieves our minds of envy and…
View PostThe snake of jealousy
Unable to bear the good fortune of others, we experience jealousy, which causes pain and…
View PostMeasuring progress
How to measure progress in practicing the four establishments of mindfulness.
View PostCultivating respect for karma
Not having a correct understanding of cause and effect leads to ignorance that our actions…
View PostThe elephant of ignorance
Intoxication with sense pleasures causes us to be unaware of the results of our actions.
View PostWorking with the angry mind
Motivated by anger, we do many harmful actions that only bring suffering. The main cause…
View PostThe fire of anger
Anger arises from inappropriate attention on an object—interpreting things inaccurately and creating stories that don't…
View PostReducing arrogance, cultivating humility
Arrogance, which manifests in many ways, can become a hindrance to learning.
View PostFacing decisions with courage
Advice from Geshe Sonam Rinchen on how to practice the four establishments of mindfulness.
View PostThe lion of pride
Pride comes from an inflated sense of selfhood, either thinking oneself superior or inferior. True…
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