Teachings
Teachings on the Buddhist worldview from introductory talks to comprehensive explanations of the stages of the path to awakening.
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Refuting the Cittamatra view
Explaining how all phenomena, including mind, are dependent on other factors.
View PostAttachment controls us
An introduction to and overview of "A Commentary on the Awakening Mind."
View PostCreating our world: dependent arising
An explanation of rebirth through dependent arising, based on commentaries of the Rice Seedling Sutra.
View PostFour kinds of self-confidence, ten powers
Explaining the four kinds of self-confidence and the first three of the ten powers, teaching…
View PostThree Jewels of the Vajra vehicle
Finishing the section of Final and Provisional Refuges, and explaining the Three Jewels According to…
View PostSexual misconduct, lying, and divisive speech
The four aspects of sexual misconduct, lying and divisive speech.
View PostTaming the monkey mind
Applying the Buddhist worldview in daily life by overcoming the complaining mind.
View PostFinal and provisional refuges
Describing the difference between the Three Jewels and the objects of refuge, both final and…
View PostThe four aspects of killing and stealing
What comprises a complete path of action of killing and stealing.
View PostCourageous compassion
Dr. Russell Kolts explains the connection between emotions and our threat regulation systems.
View PostKindness, letting go, and attachment
Exploring how we can change our perspective and our behavior to benefit ourselves and others.
View PostA good motivation is everything
It's important to examine our true motivations and intentions.
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