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On Self-Worth

Practicing the Buddha's teachings help people in prison to let go of guilt and shame and develop self-confidence.

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Pink clouds against a blue sky.
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Gratitude for the Dharma

A. L. reflects on how prison has afforded her time to reflect on her spiritual…

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Sunset behind an open meadow.
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I am a Buddhist

D. S. reflects on how his studies in Buddhism have influenced his life as an…

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Sunrise behind mountain and clouds, with a silhouette of trees in the foreground.
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Healing past relationships

An incarcerated person finds new ways to support his Dharma practice.

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Dark clouds with a little blue sky showing through
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Being present

A person in prison reflects on taking inventory of the past, present, and future, and…

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A dragonfly resting on a straw of weed, glowing in the sun.
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Kindness to myself

An incarcerated person reflects on the changes in his outlook since noticing the good he…

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Woman's face looking into the distance
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Showing up for yourself

Choosing to do a daily meditation because the benefits it brings, both for self and…

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Hand-painted sign that says '$5.00 for whining'.
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No more whining

Complaining doesn't change an unpleasant situation: it only causes more suffering and negative thoughts. A…

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A building with the words Take Courage painted on the wall.
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Courage

A person in prison reflects on the nature of courage and confidence. How does one…

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The words: What does Humility require?, written on a wall.
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Becoming humble

Having the courage to apologize can bring a sense of peace.

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Man crouched down, holding his head in his hands.
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Depression and Buddha nature

A person in prison gives advice to a student with depression from his own personal…

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The word 'forgiveness' written into red and orange tile.
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The liberation of self-forgiveness

An incarcerated person shares his experience of transforming self-hatred to open up his heart for…

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The words 'Let go' painted on cable car tracks.
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Letting go of guilt and shame

Overcoming guilt and shame by cultivating loving kindness for oneself first and then expanding it…

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