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Death and impermanence
Considering the reality of death and generating the correct view of death to create clarity…
View PostHow to relate to a spiritual mentor
Recognizing our strengths and capabilities, becoming aware of our issues and challenges with authority, understanding…
View PostDharma in a consumer society
Understanding the real purpose of Dharma practice and having the discipline to practice in a…
View PostLiving a meaningful life
How to make beneficial decisions and live purposefully in a consumer society.
View PostSelflessness of phenomena
An explanation of the lack of an inherently existing "mine," and the selflessness of phenomena.…
View PostAbsorption factors and the jhanas
Entering the jhanas and how one progresses through the jhanas.
View PostCounteracting the hindrances
How we use the absorption factors when cultivating concentration and which absorption factors counteract which…
View PostPatience in developing serenity
How we cultivate the absorption factors along with cultivating serenity and the importance of patience…
View PostThe source of happiness and misery
How to apply the teachings to our lives in a practical way.
View PostFive absorptions factors in brief
A brief description of each of the five absorption factors. How the pleasure we get…
View PostConcentration and the five absorption factors
A brief description of serenity and the levels of concentration and how they relate to…
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