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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Owning up, but with hope
An incarcerated person talks about the changes he has made in his life since being…
View PostLoss of a loved one to suicide
Healing from a loved one's suicide by transforming the traumatic experience into a cause for…
View PostDealing with grief
Exploring the causes of grief and how to work through the grieving process.
View PostWhen our spiritual mentors pass away
A exchange with an old friend about experiencing the deaths of spiritual teachers.
View PostLosing a dear one who was young
A letter from a student questioning the reason for the loss of her younger sister.
View PostTransforming grief into gratitude and love
A letter from an incarcerated person on coping with the death of his best friend…
View PostIn the wake of Hurricane Katrina
Advice to two Dharma students on extending compassion to those directly suffering and those distressed…
View PostRiding the roller coaster
Daily practice helps us recognize the problems that our mind creates for us.
View PostPreparing for a loved one’s death
Using the teachings to prepare the loved one for death and to prepare the family…
View PostPeace and justice after September 11
Dealing with fear and moving forward with compassion after the September 11, 2001 attacks on…
View PostDealing with depression
How putting our life into perspective through spiritual practice can help with depression.
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