New to Buddhism
Short talks introducing the Buddhist worldview and teachings based on Venerable Thubten Chodron’s introductory books.
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Relying on a spiritual mentor
The qualities to look for in a spiritual teacher and how to relate to a…
View PostHow to greet a teacher and make offerings
Explaining the etiquette for greeting a Buddhist teacher. How to offer a kata or donation…
View PostPrecepts: directing our energy positively
The meaning and benefit of taking precepts and the different levels of vows for lay…
View PostPractical guidelines for good living
What taking refuge, formally or informally, means in Buddhism and the guidelines one uses after…
View PostFar-reaching attitude of generosity
The importance of the mental attitude during the act of giving. How small acts of…
View PostThe altruistic intention
Practices to cultivate a sense of equanimity; the seven-point cause-and-effect method for developing bodhicitta.
View PostKarma and the wish for freedom
An explanation of karma. How to benefit ourselves and others by developing the ten virtues.
View PostContemplating death
How thinking about death can make our lives more meaningful and how Dharma practice can…
View PostPrecious human life
The meaning, purpose and rarity of the freedoms and fortunes of a precious human life…
View PostThe noble eightfold path
How the noble eightfold path is organized under the three higher trainings; practices related to…
View PostThe four noble truths
The importance of the four noble truths and how understanding the truth of suffering prepares…
View PostMind is the creator of our experience
The essence of Buddhist philosophy and psychology together with practical tools for immediate implementation in…
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