Living with Impermanence
Applying the Dharma when faced with our own and others' experience of aging, sickness, and death.
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The 9-point meditation on death
Two guided meditations on death with questions and answers.
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The way we live will affect the way we die
Awareness of impermanence and death helps us to live more meaningfully and die peacefully.
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A tribute to Lama Zopa Rinpoche
Lessons from spiritual teachers and advice to students after a spiritual mentor’s passing.
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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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Preparing for death
Various spiritual practices to help us prepare for our own and others' death.
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Dealing with grief
The mindfulness of death practice and how to deal with grief over losing loved ones.
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Rebirth and the uncertainty of the time of death
Evidence supporting rebirth, and instruction on the second root of the nine-point death meditation—that the…
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Facing fear of death
How to face the fear of death and practical methods to decrease fear and anxiety.
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Listening to my body
Personal health issues can increase awareness of our interdependence with others.
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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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Surgery with bodhicitta
Venerable Chodron talks about how she prepared for her recent surgery.
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