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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Anger and other disturbing attitudes
A look at the definition and characteristics of afflictions such as anger, pride, and jealousy,…
View PostTaking the ache out of attachment
Looking at how attachment causes problems and real happiness comes from letting go of attachment.
View PostEight verses of thought transformation: Verses 1-3
Seeing others as karmic bubbles in order to loosen our rigid conception of them.
View PostHow rebirth works
The benefit of contemplating the possibility of rebirth in the lower realms and how our…
View PostMeditation and the Buddhist approach
Talks focusing on the practical application of Buddhist psychology for understanding ourselves and improving the…
View PostDeath and Dharma practice
Continuation of at talk on contemplating death, followed by advice on Dharma practice.
View PostTransition to daily life following retreat
Suggestions on how to transition from retreat. Reflections on the three-month Chenrezig retreat.
View PostMeditation on emptiness
How to deal with attachment to what others think of us; meditating on compassion and…
View PostBasic goodness
The relationship between buddha nature and basic goodness, different ways to show compassion, and how…
View PostDeveloping an attraction to Chenrezig
The purpose of visualization. How to visualize and chant the mantra at the same time.
View PostCultivating emotional balance
Focusing on our own problems only makes them worse. Expanding our view to consider other…
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