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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Ethics in the Modern World

Compassion and ethics in the public discourse

Leading with compassion and ethical conduct can influence our society in a powerful way.

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Man walking out of a tunnel toward light.
Prison Poetry

Upon life’s journey

Putting the needs of others ahead of his own, an incarcerated person makes a pivotal…

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A white Buddha statue on the lawn at the Abbey.
Dharma Poetry

On the backdrop of time

A student summarizes his Dharma insights in a poem on the Buddha's beginningless love.

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On Overcoming Anger

Why should I fight?

An incarcerated person shares his experience of learning patience from a cell mate.

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By Prison Volunteers

Dedication for a meaningful life

This talk is dedicated to the purpose and meaning of the life of Don Wackerly…

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A man's hands in front of his face with his eyes closed.
On Love, Compassion, and Bodhicitta

A final farewell

An incarcerated person offering gratitude for the dharma and the friendship of the Sangha before…

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Blue sky and green meadow at Sravasti Abbey.
Harmony with the Environment

Living in harmony when things fall apart

Ways to respond constructively to environmental degradation instead of feeling helpless.

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A guy sitting down on grass, his hand holding a cardboard with the words: The power to choose The power to change.
On Cultivating Wisdom

Choice

A person in prison reflects on the choices he is able to make in his…

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A building with the words Take Courage painted on the wall.
On Self-Worth

Courage

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

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