A commentary on verses from “Precious Garland” describes how a government based on Dharma principles and compassion would operate and benefit society.
Was the Buddha an activist?
A variety of teachings on how to respond to contemporary social concerns with the wish for all beings to be free from suffering. Use the links below and in the sidebar to the left to access related topics. Watch related videos on Youtube.
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A variety of teachings on how to respond to contemporary social concerns with the wish for all beings to be free from suffering. Use the links below and in the sidebar to the left to access related topics. Watch related videos on Youtube.
How to be a Buddhist in today’s world
His Holiness the Dalai Lama offers practical advice on putting our religious and spiritual values into practice in the modern world.
Developing our inner moral compass
The value of turning inwards and calming the mind before engaging in social action.
Practicing compassion in helping professions: A Buddhist perspective
How the Buddhist teachings can be used by those in the helping professions to cultivate attitudes and approaches beneficial to working with clients.
Meditation in a psychiatric hospital setting
The benefits of meditation in a psychiatric hospital setting.
Connecting with those we disagree with
Looking at the ways we can open our heart and connect with someone for whom we have a strong stereotyped image or disagree with.
Compassion and social action
How we can increase our concern for others and put it in to action in a realistic and balanced way.
True liberty for all beings
A discussion about two emails related to Thanksgiving, one on compassion for animals, and the other a powerful sermon on American ideals.
Cultivating peace from the inside out
How to generate sustainable compassion for social engagement.
White privilege
Responding to a student’s request to speak about race in America and how to be considerate of others’ perspectives.
