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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Venerable Thubten Chodron Power of prayer and familiarity
The aspirations and meditations that are beneficial at the time of death, and the signs…
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Five powers at death
The importance of having a positive state of mind at the time of death and…
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Five powers in daily life
How prayer is used in Buddhist practice and how the power of familiarity can help…
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Training in the five powers
How to practice the power of intention, the power of the white seed, and the…
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Transforming adversity into the path
Practical ways to practice mind training, looking at problems as opportunities to practice.
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Preliminary practice (ngöndro) overview
An introduction to the practices that help clear and purify our minds so that we…
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Kassapa Discourses: Guarding the mind
If we have self-restraint, there is less danger of breaking the precepts. We stay mentally…
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Incarcerated people Paying attention to life
An incarcerated person discusses the ways practice has helped him cope and improved his life…
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Practicing in prison
An inmate reflects on his situation on being transferred to a different prison.
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Walking meditation techniques
Is meditation only done on the cushion? Learn walking meditation techniques to bring mindfulness into…
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Reflecting on dukkha to fuel renunciation
How an awareness of dissatisfaction can fuel the practice, and how silence in retreat is…
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The mind and body in meditation
A discussion on mindfulness, antidotes to lethargy and sleepiness, proper meditation posture and dealing with…
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