Helping the Dying and Deceased

Preparing for our own death, and what prayers and practices we can do to help others through the dying process.

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When a dear one has a medical emergency

In a time of uncertainty, letting our minds relax can be of benefit to ourselves…

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End-of-life care

How can we approach the difficult process of making end-of-life care decisions regarding loved ones?

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A Buddhist approach to helping the dying

An interview covering the Buddhist perspective on death, helping others create good karma before death…

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Practices for the deceased

Practices we can do to benefit those who have recently passed into the bardo so…

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Helping a dying friend

How we can work with our mind, and what prayers and practices we can do…

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Organ donation is a personal decision

Contemplating organ donation? Only you can say if it's right or wrong for you, but…

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Practicing for a loved one who is ill

Advice for a student struggling with her Dharma practice since the onset of her mother's…

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Kaleidescope wheel

When a life ends, where does the person go? Was the person ever there to…

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