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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Compassion in action
How to be compassionate in a world where there are many problems and how to…
View PostVerse 23-2: Mahayana walking meditation
Walking meditation in Mahayana, Pali and Prasangika way. Not to let a moment go by…
View PostVerse 22-2: Toward the welfare of all beings
To slow down and be aware of what we’re doing and why we’re doing it.
View PostRefuge in the Three Jewels
What it means to take refuge in the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha.
View PostMeditation on our precious human life
The benefits of meditating on the eight freedoms we have been given with our precious…
View PostMeditation practice
An explanation of the various kinds of Buddhist meditation, how to set up a daily…
View PostContentment
Dissatisfaction is painful so we train our mind to be happy with what we have,…
View PostMindfulness and checking awareness
Going through the day feeling confident we have good ethical conduct and bearing no guilt…
View PostThe benefits of precepts
What is important in our lives? Happiness is getting our lives together to pacify our…
View PostIntroducing Exploring Monastic Life 2008
Opening the 2008 Exploring Monastic Life program with an introduction and advice on how to…
View PostCultivating altruism and bodhicitta
How to develop an altruistic attitude that brings benefit to ourselves and others by recognizing…
View PostChrist the divine physician sadhana
A Carmelite hermit nun shares her perspective on incorporating a Buddhist practice.
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