Dharma in Action
The real meaning of Dharma practice is to transform our minds. The rubber meets the road when we get off the cushion and live our practice in daily life.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Nonviolence and compassion
A student responds to Venerable Thubten Chodron's talk on the causes and effects of war.
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Make every day a miracle
Practical advice on how to create the causes for happiness in our daily lives.
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Our game plan in a time of war
How to work with the emotions that arise in our minds in response to the…
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The path to self-acceptance
Learn to let go of unrealistic expectations and develop good qualities by practicing self-acceptance and…
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Working with fear and anxiety
How to work with fear and anxiety that arise based on the afflictions and transform…
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Scott Proctor - Dec 23, 2021
Scott Proctor My three jewels
A student reflects on taking the eight Mahayana one-day precepts.
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Incarcerated people 
Calvin Malone 
Time, inspiration, and gratitude
Calvin is free after 27 years of incarceration. He reflects on how he met Buddhism…
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Venerable Sangye Khadro Developing inner peace through generosity and ethica...
How Buddhist teachings can help us align with four keys to mental health: resilience, positive…
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Empathy and humor
The importance of offering empathy to ourselves and others to bring connection and ease of…
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Developing inner peace through focus
Reduce negative thoughts and become more calm and attentive by focusing on the breath.
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