On Cultivating Virtue
Reflections on how to live in line with our values and practice ethical conduct.
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Revoking anger’s “Get out of trouble free” card
Anger can make us impulsive, making us feel out of control. A simple meditation shows…
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Some thoughts on the practice of gratitude
As His Holiness the Dalai Lama reminds us, we become happier by becoming kinder.
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Ethical ways to meet our needs
There are many ways that we can meet our needs in this life. Some are…
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A meaningful life
After a lifetime of looking for meaning in life, a student turns to the Dharma…
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Fighting miserliness
Ramesh studies in the Sravasti Abbey Friends Education distance learning program. He shares his thoughts…
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What brought me to Buddhism
Ken reflects on the causes and conditions that led him to become a Buddhist.
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Be there for the right reasons
The motives behind your actions are important. Are you motivated by your ego? Buddhism teaches…
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Another take on the fifth precept
A student shares how extending the fifth precept to avoid intoxicants to include wise dietary…
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Reflecting on precious human life
When we contemplate the freedoms and fortunes we have in our lives, we learn not…
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Serving one’s spiritual mentor
How a Dharma student’s motivation was strengthened by offering service to her teacher.
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Taking the vow of celibacy
A student shares her reasons for taking the vow of celibacy as a lay person.
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