forgiveness
Teachings on the meaning of forgiveness from a Buddhist perspective, which involves releasing our anger and letting go of grudges for our own wellbeing and others’ benefit.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Stories of forgiveness
Continuing with the Gift of Forgiveness retreat, discussing various stories of forgiveness to illustrate the…
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Understanding disturbing emotions
Leading a question and answer session and exploring how to understand our disturbing emotions so…
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The disadvantages of holding grudges
Beginning the Gift of Forgiveness retreat, discussing the disadvantages of anger, overcoming a culture of…
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Consumerism and the environment
Continuing Chapter 12, covering the sections "Consumerism and the Environment," "The World of Business and…
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Eight verses of thought transformation: Verses 3-6
Continuing commentary on verses 3-6 of the Eight Verses of Thought Transformation by Geshe Langri…
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Working with anger in daily life
Recognizing the harmfulness of anger. Training the mind to see situations in a different way…
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The power of optimism and types of emotion
How an optimistic attitude is important in maintaining compassion. A look at different ways to…
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Dr. Russell Kolts Helping others feel safe through compassion
Dr. Russel Kolts on the meaning of compassion and building a compassionate culture for people…
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“Approaching the Buddhist Path”: The nat...
The conventional and ultimate nature of the mind. How phenomena exist in relationship to the…
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Auxiliary bodhisattva ethical restraints 19-20
Teaching the auxiliary bodhisattva ethical restraints, covering those related to the far-reaching practice of fortitude.
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Giving up the blame game
How to stop blaming ourselves and others for our problems, develop a broader view of…
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Mary S. - Jun 16, 2016
Mary S. Respecting others
A student reflects on how quickly she is willing to give advice, even when unsolicited.…
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