Dharma in Action
The real meaning of Dharma practice is to transform our minds. The rubber meets the road when we get off the cushion and live our practice in daily life.
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21st Century Buddhists
Engaging with modern education and science while remaining rooted in the Buddha's teachings.
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Dharma in Daily Life
Bringing our practice off the cushion into daily life activities and our interactions with others.
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Engaged Buddhism
Responding to social issues and concerns as part of our Dharma practice.
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Prison Dharma
People in prison and volunteers who work in prisons reflect on how to apply the Dharma in prison settings and beyond.
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Students' Insights
Students share how they integrate the Dharma into their daily lives and to face challenging situations.
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Working with Emotions
How to identify disturbing emotions, their causes and antidotes, and transform them to bring inner peace.
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