ethical conduct
Teachings on ethical conduct, a fundamental Buddhist practice that is based on avoiding harmful actions and engaging in constructive actions.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Cultivating respect for karma
Not having a correct understanding of cause and effect leads to ignorance that our actions…
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The elephant of ignorance
Intoxication with sense pleasures causes us to be unaware of the results of our actions.
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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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Examining the mind
Does the mind have parts? Insight into the Buddhist theory of the mind and mental…
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Chapter 5: Verses 34-54
Advice on developing mindfulness and introspective awareness by "remaining still like a piece of wood."
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Chapter 5: Verses 17-33
The disadvantages of not keeping introspective awareness in daily life.
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Incarcerated people 
Six conditions for retreat
Explanation of the necessary external and internal factors to be familiar with in preparation for…
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Venerable Jampa Tsedroen Ethics and becoming a monastic
Training the mind in virtue and facing challenges on the path.
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The elements of monastic life
In order to get the benefit of monasticism as a thought transformation practice we need…
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