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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 peace sign made of flowers over the 'Imagine' John Lennon memorial in Central Park.
Transforming War and Terrorism

Peace and justice after September 11

Dealing with fear and moving forward with compassion after the September 11, 2001 attacks on…

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Three people dragging dead wood out of the forest
Ethics in the Modern World

Practical ethics

Buddhist views on various forms of killing, ethical behavior in sexual relationships, and on changing…

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Turkey mother leads her babies onto the front porch.
Dharma Guide Training

Fundamentals of being a Dharma guide

Core qualities and conditions for a Dharma guide to develop.

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Photo of woman lying in bed, looking sad.
Fear, Anxiety, and Other Emotions

Dealing with depression

How putting our life into perspective through spiritual practice can help with depression.

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Turkey mother leads her babies onto the front porch.
Dharma Guide Training

Leading a discussion on forgiveness

Practice session on leading a group discussion about forgiveness.

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Turkey mother leads her babies onto the front porch.
Dharma Guide Training

Leading a Medicine Buddha meditation

Using the Medicine Buddha practice as a sample for how to guide a meditation session.

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New York City skyline and 9/11 Tribute in Light.
Transforming War and Terrorism

Karma and September 11

A discussion with students in Singapore in response to the September 11 attacks on the…

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Turkey mother leads her babies onto the front porch.
Dharma Guide Training

Leading meditations and discussions

How to guide meditations, facilitate discussion groups, and act as spiritual companions to those in…

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Turkey mother leads her babies onto the front porch.
Dharma Guide Training

Tools for Dharma guides

Practical exercises and tips on how to guide meditation sessions and Dharma discussion groups.

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Friends together and smiling. (Photo by Debbie Tingzon)
Cultivating Healthy Relationships

Cultivating better relationships

Practical ways to improve relationships through good ethical conduct and communication.

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Venerable Tarpa in a group discussion at the Abbey.
Working with Emotions

Buddhism and therapy

Bringing the Dharma into the practice of Western psychotherapy.

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Cover of the book 'Healing Anger' by His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
Transforming War and Terrorism

Healing anger in times of conflict

A commentary on Healing Anger by His Holiness the Dalai Lama offers direct advice on…

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