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Solving problems at their root
How we can get the specific results that we want by creating the right causes.
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Finding true happiness
Continuing teaching from Chapter 9, describing the way to investigate the source of true happiness…
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70 Topics: Mahayana paths
Explanation of chapter 1, topics 3 to 7 on the bodhisattva paths.
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Joy and rest as supports for joyous effort
How to generate the strong intention to apply antidotes to the afflictions, and engage in…
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Sautrāntika tenet school: Part 3
The Sautrāntika school views on valid and invalid cognizers, and assertions on selflessness.
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Apologizing and forgiving
How to engage in apologizing and forgiving as part of the practice of compassion.
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Meditation on forgiving
A guided meditation on forgiving, how to let go of painful thoughts and feelings of…
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The mind’s potential and the existence of the ...
The mind, its qualities, and connection to the Three Jewels in the context of refuge.
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Benefits of meditating on the the 12 links
Commencing the teaching from Chapter 9 and describing the benefits of meditating on the 12…
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70 Topics: Mahayana instructions
Teaching and meditation on chapter 1, topic 2 on the two truths.
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Self-confidence
Commentary on verses 47-58. The role of self-confidence in progressing on the path and the…
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