Buddhist Worldview

An overview of core Buddhist concepts: the four truths of the aryas, rebirth, karma, refuge, and more.

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Buddhist Worldview

The three characteristics

Understanding the three characteristics of cyclic existence can help us to see things more realistically.

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Four Truths for the Aryas

The three characteristics

A look at the characteristics in life that are unsatisfactory, and how to relate to…

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Faith based on reason and conviction

The kind of faith we should generate to eliminate the roots of suffering.

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Self-centered Attitude

The meaning of "self-centered thought" and advice for working with it.

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The Importance of Motivation

A kind heart as our motivation

Cultivating a kind heart as the primary motivation and purpose of our Dharma practice.

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How Buddhism differs from psychology

Although there are many overlaps between Buddhism and Western psychology, they remain two distinct disciplines.

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Venerable Chodron meditating.
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Commentary on the Heart Sutra

Commentary on the Heart Sutra and how it outlines the five paths that culminate in…

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Venerable Chodron meditating.
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Appreciating the opportunity to practice

Sharing from discussion groups about what we take for granted, what to prioritize in our…

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Venerable Chodron meditating.
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I, me, myself and mine

A deeper look at the third seal: all phenomena lack a self. The meaning of…

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Venerable Chodron meditating.
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Impermanence, dukkha and selflessness

Questions and answers on the first seal followed by teachings on the second seal: all…

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Venerable Chodron meditating.
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Contemplating impermanence

Introduction to the Heart Sutra, the four seals of Buddhism, and teachings on the first…

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