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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Creating harmony with others
How cultivating transparency and humility as part of our Dharma practice can create harmonious relationships…
View PostLiving on automatic versus living from our heart
Taking the time to reflect on what it means to be happy. How, influenced by…
View PostScars and catharsis
An incarcerated person is asked to confront the results of his actions.
View PostInquiry and faith
We don’t get enlightened simply by having faith but through transforming our mind.
View PostOnce you start, never stop
Bowing to anyone who creates merit and practices good conduct; a look at what hell…
View PostStilling the critical mind
A guided meditation on the breath to cultivate a sense of contentment with the present…
View PostBreathing meditation
An explanation of how to do stabilizing meditation focused on the breath.
View PostAttributes of a monastic life
Spending time on Dharma versus entertainment. Community life as one's mirror.
View PostEssentials of monastic life
The heart of ordination is to guide our mind away from negative actions and to…
View PostImportance of precepts
Keeping precepts protects us from negative actions and spurs us to develop wisdom rather than…
View PostPrecepts and their background
Benefits of taking precepts, seeing the teacher as the Buddha, and etiquette between lay practitioners,…
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