mindfulness
Teachings on mindfulness, a mental factor that enables the mind to stay on its chosen object. These include teachings on mindfulness in developing concentration and keeping ethical conduct.
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Mindfulness of the mind and phenomena
An explanation of mindfulness of the mind and phenomena. Also the reason for meditating on…
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Mindfulness of feelings
The meaning and purpose of being mindful of the three types of feelings.
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Mindfulness of the body
An explanation of mindfulness of the body and the meditations on the body.
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The four objects of mindfulness
Introduction to the four establishments of mindfulness including the four objects and the common manner…
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Review of Chapter Five: “Guarding Alertness...
Review of the second half of Chapter 5 covering Shantideva's explanation of how to train…
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Review of Chapter Five: “Guarding Alertness...
Review of the first half of Chapter 5 "Guarding Alertness," (introspective awareness) from Shantideva's "Engaging…
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Making effort, joyfully
Commentary to verses 68-76 of Chapter 7, "Enthusiasm". How to use conscientiousness and introspection as…
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Using the Dharma to manage an unpredictable illness
A students uses her Dharma practice to face adversity, and then uses that same adversity…
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Counterforces to the afflictions
Teaching from Chapter 4, describing various counterforces to the afflictions, such as anger, attachment, jealousy,…
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Clarity, confidence and courage
Antidotes to the afflictions of confusion, self-doubt, and fear that hold us back in our…
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