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 Forgiving ourselves
Overcoming low self-esteem and self-criticism to realize our full potential.
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What matters at the time of death
Cutting the cord of attachment and aversion so that we can be free from petty…
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Making wise choices in life
How our actions have effects on ourselves and others, and how to make wise decisions…
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The happiness of an open-hearted life
By opening our heart to others our life becomes more meaningful and harmonious. A look…
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Cultivating love
On the difference between love and attachment, and the obstacles to cultivating love.
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Transforming anger
How to change our perspective about suffering to stop anger from arising. Verses 70-79 of…
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Facing harm with fortitude
The inappropriateness of anger in response to others' contempt and harmful actions. Verses 52-69 of…
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Anger and forgiveness
A review of how the angry mind works and how our self-centeredness prevents us from…
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Verse 90: The auspicious omen of love
How love for ourselves and others creates harmony wherever we are.
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Meditation on forgiveness
A third and final meditation for the Daily Dharma Gathering on how to cultivate internal…
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Advice for Dharma practice
A question and answer session covering topics such as social conformity, guilt and regret, dealing…
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Six harmonies of the sangha
Methods for leading life anchored on cooperation, unity and simplicity in monastic community.
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