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Jewish roots, Buddhist blossoms
The experience of growing up in a Jewish family in Southern California and realizing spiritual…
View PostWhat brings happiness
Realising what true happiness is and following the path of the Dharma.
View PostHurtful words, healing words
Being mindful of our speech so as to prevent ourselves from harming others.
View PostAnger poisons our happiness
Transforming anger by changing the behavior patterns of attachment, hostility, and loneliness.
View PostDebrief after retreat
Explaining the three vehicles, the actual objects of refuge and how we relate to each.…
View PostRebirth: A difficult point for Westerners
Developing faith in the Buddhist view of continuation of life and guiding oneself with positive…
View PostLife after retreat
Advice on going back gently into the unreal world, bring back and continue good habits…
View PostAnswering questions from retreatants
Guided questioning on selflessness. Explaining concept of taking refuge with the three jewels. On death,…
View PostPurification
Using the Vajrasattva mantra and practice to change unhealthy habits of daily life.
View PostArya Tara: A star by which to navigate
Who Tara is, an explanation of the practice of Tara, and how Tara frees us…
View PostAppreciating the Dharma
An incarcerated person's letters express his gratitude for the Dharma.
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