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Venerable Thubten Chodron Appreciating the opportunity to practice
Sharing from discussion groups about what we take for granted, what to prioritize in our…
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I, me, myself and mine
A deeper look at the third seal: all phenomena lack a self. The meaning of…
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Impermanence, dukkha and selflessness
Questions and answers on the first seal followed by teachings on the second seal: all…
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Taking refuge in the guru
How to take refuge in the guru as part of the preliminary practice (ngöndro) of…
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Contemplating impermanence
Introduction to the Heart Sutra, the four seals of Buddhism, and teachings on the first…
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Venerable Thubten Semkye Practicing with a year of illness
Venerable Thubten Semkye shares on how embracing a physical ailment challenged her concepts of the…
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Resistance to practicing tonglen
How the taking and giving practice can transform our minds, making us happier.
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Preliminary practice (ngöndro) overview
An introduction to the practices that help clear and purify our minds so that we…
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Karma and the wish for freedom
An explanation of karma. How to benefit ourselves and others by developing the ten virtues.
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Eroding self-centeredness
How we can use the meditation on taking on the suffering of others to erode…
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The seven ways to end disputes
Promoting unity, gladness, friendship and harmony in the community for our benefit. Not being difficult…
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Kassapa Discourses: Admonishment
The community is spurred by examples of people who practice well. Helping people restrain from…
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