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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More reflections on the Orlando tragedy
Perspectives from students who wrote in after hearing Venerable Chodron's talk on the Orlando tragedy.
View PostRespecting others
A student reflects on how quickly she is willing to give advice, even when unsolicited.…
View PostFinding hope after the Orlando massacre
How to remain compassionate and avoid despair after the tragic killings in Orlando, Florida.
View PostThe heart connection between monastics and laypeople
The verses for laypeople who offer food to nourish the sangha, and the sangha which…
View PostBuddhist precepts regarding food
The Buddhist perspective on fasting and how practitioners keep Buddhist precepts related to food.
View PostWorking with attachment to food
Ways to work with attachment to food with a balanced mind.
View PostDedicating for the benefit of all
The completion of the commentary on the verses after lunch, pointing out all the beings…
View PostThe emptiness of giving
How to contemplate depending arising and emptiness while making offerings.
View PostThe merit of offering food and drink
A continuing teaching on dedications that we make for all those who have offered us…
View PostVerses after meals
An explanation of the mantras done after meals and dedication prayers for all beings.
View PostRecognizing our inner beauty
Abbey volunteer Heather Duchscher shares how meeting the Dharma helped her to overcome her eating…
View PostHealing the body, mind, and world
Dietician Bob Wilson shares how making healthy choices has healed his body and mind, enabling…
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