depression

Teachings on the mental affliction of depression, including its causes and antidotes.

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Transforming War and Terrorism

The golden rule

In the wake of the Boston Marathon tragedy, interfaith perspectives on turning away from hate…

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Transforming War and Terrorism

Compassion and kindness in the face of terrorism

A three-part series of talks on cultivating compassion, kindness and forgiveness for perpetrators in the…

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Healing from Gun Violence

Compassion and social engagement

How one can be fully engaged supporting a cause one believes in, yet keep a…

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Eight white birds fly in a single file formation in the sky.
Healing from Gun Violence

A letter from a listener

A listener and student expresses his view on the current gun situation in America.

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Eight white birds fly in a single file formation in the sky.
Healing from Gun Violence

Can a gun really protect you?

Can a gun kept at home protect one? Statistics and testimonies related to gun ownership.

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Eight white birds fly in a single file formation in the sky.
Healing from Gun Violence

Faith leaders united against gun violence

A four-part series of talks based on shocking statistics and testimonies against gun violence in…

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Vajrasattva New Year's Retreat 2012-13

The power of remedial action

Description of the different visualizations in the Vajrasattva practice that purify our negativities.

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Healing from Gun Violence

Safety or guns?

Reflections from a Dharma perspective and a call for civic engagement in response to the…

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Healing from Gun Violence

Hope after the Sandy Hook school shooting

Working with difficult emotions and cultivating compassion in response to the shooting at Sandy Hook…

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Bright orange and yellow sunset at the Abbey.
Healing from Gun Violence

Grieving the Sandy Hook tragedy

A response to a student reeling with emotions after the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting,…

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Western Buddhist Monastic Gatherings

Developing and sustaining bodhi resolve

Monastics from different traditions discussed cultivating joyous effort and bodhicitta in a difficult modern world.

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Chenrezig Weeklong Retreat 2012

Beginning love with ourselves

Developing warm-heartedness for ourselves first, and then expanding it to others.

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