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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Free from desire and discontent
Explanation of the fourth factor necessary to engage in the practice of the four establishments…
View PostFollowing in the Buddha’s Footsteps
An overview of "Following in the Buddha's Footsteps", Volume 4 of The Library of Wisdom…
View PostMindfulness of breathing
Teaching on mindfulness of the breath, and explanation of the third factor required for the…
View PostIntrospective awareness
The meaning of mindfulness and the specific role of introspective awareness in the practice of…
View PostMindfulness
Introductory teaching on the practice of the four establishments of mindfulness.
View PostUsing the Dharma to manage an unpredictable illness
A students uses her Dharma practice to face adversity, and then uses that same adversity…
View PostCounterforces to the afflictions
Teaching from Chapter 4, describing various counterforces to the afflictions, such as anger, attachment, jealousy,…
View PostClarity, confidence and courage
Antidotes to the afflictions of confusion, self-doubt, and fear that hold us back in our…
View PostBuddhist mindfulness and secular mindfulness
The contemporary trend of mindfulness differs from the 2,500-year-old practice that was taught by the…
View PostMeditation 101: Equanimity meditation
Two guided meditations. A meditation on getting in touch with our positive qualities and another…
View PostActing appropriately
Covering Verses 71 - 75 of Chapter 5, discussing practical advice about how to do…
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