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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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A monk standing on a walkway, looking at the full moon.
On Overcoming Anger

Wayward

An incarcerated person tells the story of searching for himself and realizing that he could…

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Aerial view of Stateville Correctional Center.
On Love, Compassion, and Bodhicitta

Stateville

Reflections on the prison in which an incarcerated person took his bodhisattva vows.

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Woman sitting looking out he window at water
On Love, Compassion, and Bodhicitta

Explore and be brave

A moving account of one man's spiritual quest while in prison.

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Stick man being crushed by rocks
On Overcoming Anger

Handling fear and potential violence

A person in prison discusses strategies he has used to defuse potentially violent situations. Earning…

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Young man looking threatening.
On Love, Compassion, and Bodhicitta

Changing our mind

A person in prison learns about placing others above self and describes the choice we…

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Buddha statue in silhouette against sunset.
On Love, Compassion, and Bodhicitta

Cultivating altruistic intention

A person in prison describes what is most important for dharma practice.

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Sculpture of a handgun with barrel tied in a knot.
Interfaith Dialogue

Buddhist wisdom on violence and reconciliation

How we think suffering comes from outside and how we can rethink and transform our…

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Meditation hand of the Buddha
On Overcoming Anger

A close call

Dharma practice defuses a potentially deadly situation.

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Man crouched down, holding his head in his hands.
On Self-Worth

Depression and Buddha nature

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

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Venerable Chodron sitting near a window, reading a book.
Contentment and Happiness

Simplifying our lives

Letting go of life's complications by giving up the dissatisfied mind and closing down the…

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Medical team helping man with his prosthetic leg.
On Taking Illness Onto the Path

A letter from a friend

Sravasti Abbey's website reaches out to millions. David shares his experience about experiencing the Dharma…

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Tom meditating outside at the Abbey.
Dharma in Daily Life

Creating peace in one’s daily life

Frequent spiritual practice renewal ensures a positive mind.

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