grief

Advice and reflections about the causes of grief and how to work through the grieving process following changes that we do not welcome, such as the death of a loved one.

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Dealing with Grief

Transforming problems into the path

Whether grief can be seen as an affliction, the four distorted conceptions, and how to…

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Dealing with Grief

Stages of grief

A teaching on the seven stages of grief with a meditation.

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Dealing with Grief

Five remembrances

An introduction to the topic of grief and the five remembrances.

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Dealing with Grief

A tribute to Lama Zopa Rinpoche

Lessons from spiritual teachers and advice to students after a spiritual mentor’s passing.

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Helping the Dying and Deceased

When a dear one has a medical emergency

In a time of uncertainty, letting our minds relax can be of benefit to ourselves…

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Peaceful Living, Peaceful Dying Retreats

Dealing with grief

The mindfulness of death practice and how to deal with grief over losing loved ones.

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Dealing with Grief

Meditation for parents grieving the loss of a child

A guided meditation for those who are grieving the death of a child. The meditation…

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Buddhist Worldview

Reflecting on death and impermanence

Reflecting on death helps to set priorities and let go of things that are not…

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Dealing with Grief

Comfort for the grieving

Venerable Chonyi examines some of the ways a friend can be of help when a…

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