fortitude
Fortitude is the ability to remain resolute and calm in the face of hardship or suffering. The mind undisturbed by harm has the fortitude of non-retaliation, the fortitude of enduring suffering, and the fortitude to practice the Dharma.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Problems as opportunities, not obstacles
Applying mind training to difficult people, illness, and other obstacles.
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The role of meditation in calming anger
With practice we can make steady progress in subduing anger.
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Venerable Sangye Khadro Meditation on the results of anger and patience
By changing our perspective we can be more patient.
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Facing difficulties with joy and equanimity
How to approach problems without being overwhelmed by emotions.
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Venerable Thubten Jigme 
Meditation on the benefits of fortitude
Guided analytical meditation looking at the advantages of patience.
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Patience with suffering and certainty in Dharma
Accepting suffering and bringing it into the path.
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The Alternative of fortitude
Fortitude allows us to remain calm in the face of harm or difficulties.
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Antidotes to anger
Reviewing the disadvantages of anger and exploring specific antidotes for this affliction.
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