New to Buddhism
Short talks introducing the Buddhist worldview and teachings based on Venerable Thubten Chodron’s introductory books.
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Venerable Thubten Semkye Love and compassion
The difference between love and attachment, expanding our love and compassion for others, and the…
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Venerable Thubten Tarpa The heart of the Buddhadharma
Talks addressing the most commonly asked questions about the essence of the Buddha's teachings, based…
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Religious harmony: Diversity is beneficial
The benefits of interfaith dialogue and the shared values of different spiritual traditions.
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The four immeasurable attitudes
Explanation of what the four immeasurable attitudes are and how we can use them to…
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Importance of motivation in Buddhist practice
The benefit of setting a virtuous motivation when waking and reviewing our actions at the…
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10th anniversary of September 11
How our Dharma practice can help to overcome violence and create peace on the personal…
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Integration of sutra and tantra in Tibetan Buddhism
How Buddhist teachings help to increase constructive states and decrease destructive states of mind.
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Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism
The value of understanding the different Buddhist traditions.
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Buddhist traditions: finding what suits us
Similarities of the various traditions and the principal teachings common to all.
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Venerable Thubten Jigme Lesson from an incarcerated person
Taking responsibility for our experiences without blaming ourselves.
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Ruminating: living in the past and future
How ruminating interferes with meditation and being mindful of the present.
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Complaining: a favorite pastime
Complaining causes disharmony with others and serves no positive purpose. The difference between complaining and…
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