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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Forgiveness

The true meaning of forgiveness

Clarifying the meaning of forgiveness and how it allows us to cultivate compassion in difficult…

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Working with Emotions

Visualization and purification

We need a combination of the awakening activities of the Buddhas and our own effort…

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Working with Emotions

Re-writing the 12 steps, 8-12

Finishing up re-writing the 12 steps, how purification and confession fit in, and getting in…

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Working with Emotions

Re-writing the 12 steps, 1-7

How to rely on refuge in the Three Jewels, our inner wisdom and compassion, and…

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Couple in an argument.
Healing Anger

Managing anger in a relationship

Anger plays a key part in relationships. Its various manifestations and antidotes are explored in…

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Cover of the book Managing Your Anger.
By Prison Volunteers

The amazing effects of compassion

Compassion is more powerful than anger when working for social justice.

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A blue image of buddha.
The Importance of Motivation

Buddha’s advice for a better world

Looking at what is really in our hearts. Responding to questions on motivations that one…

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Building Trust

Forgiving after a betrayal

When trust has been broken, the best antidote is forgiveness. We don't forget, but we…

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Building Trust

The four opponent actions for healing broken trust

Practical steps to restoring a trusting relationship. The four opponent powers specifically in healing trust…

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Building Trust

What mental factors protect trust?

Several mental factors, like mindfulness and consideration for others, can help us to remain trustworthy…

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Building Trust

Healing broken trust

In trying to repair a relationship where trust has been broken, it's important to be…

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Chenrezig Weeklong Retreat 2012

Benefits of forgiveness

The benefits of forgiveness and remembering the kindness of our parents.

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