Stages of the Path

Lamrim teachings provide a step-by-step approach to practicing the entire path to awakening.

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Gomchen Lamrim

The six preliminary practices, part 2

Continuation of the six practices to prepare the body and mind for meditation. The traditional…

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Essence of a Human Life

Harsh speech and idle talk

How to watch our habits of speech and guard our minds when others around us…

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Essence of a Human Life

Divisive speech

How our speech can cause disharmony in our relationships. (Plus a sneak preview of the…

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Essence of a Human Life

Living with integrity

Reflecting on the nonvirtuous action of lying, especially when others cannot handle the truth.

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Essence of a Human Life

The pathways of physical nonvirtue

Practical advice on living wisely by avoiding killing, stealing, and sexual misconduct.

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Gomchen Lamrim

The six preliminary practices, part 1

The six activities that prepare the body and mind for the meditation session.

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Essence of a Human Life

Creating the causes of happiness

How understanding karma helps us to focus on what truly matters, and to create the…

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Essence of a Human Life

Attachment to the body

Contemplating the amount of time we spend seeking pleasure for and pampering our body when…

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Essence of a Human Life

The nine-point death meditation

Reflecting on our relationships with money, possessions, friends, and relatives, and the karma we create…

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Essence of a Human Life

Moving towards our spiritual goals

While it is important to know what we are moving away from in our spiritual…

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