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Pride and ignorance
The seven types of pride and their antidotes, and the three types of ignorance.
View PostThe Mind and Life IV conference: Sleeping, dreaming,...
Why are we dreaming? When does death occur? It is possible to transform sleep time…
View PostAttachment and anger
Introduction to the six root afflictions and an in-depth look at the first two—attachment and…
View PostUnsatisfactoriness of god realms
Understanding why the god realms are unsatisfactory helps us understand that rebirth in any realm…
View PostThe dukkha of cyclic existence
Looking at and meditating on the disadvantages of cyclic existence in many different ways helps…
View PostOur unsatisfactory experiences
Taking an honest look at the situation we're in in samsara: facing birth, sickness, aging…
View PostThe eightfold path: Benefiting others
Applying the noble eightfold path to be of great benefit to others.
View PostThe first noble truth: Dukkha
Considering the four noble truths in terms of the three levels of practitioner, and looking…
View PostLife without sila is like a car without brakes
The importance of sila, or ethical conduct, from a Theravadan perspective.
View PostThe four opponent powers
Purification is the essential practice to establish a base for a good life. There are…
View PostPractice virtue, avoid non-virtue
Developing a long-term perspective helps us gain clarity about the results of our actions.
View PostFavorable qualities for Dharma practice
Particular factors are helpful for Dharma study and practice. Some of them are possibly influenceable…
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