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Buddhist nun making an offering to her teacher.
A Nun's Life

Women in Buddhism

A discussion on the status of nuns in the Buddhist community.

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Stages of the Path

Reliance on a teacher

Explaining the benefits of reliance and the faults of improper reliance in relation to the…

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Introduction to Tantra

Tantric initiation question

Answer to a question on taking tantric initiation too soon.

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Stages of the Path

The way to rely on a teacher

Leading a guided meditation on relating to a spiritual teacher in a healthy, realistic way…

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Western Monastics

Sowing the seeds of Dharma in the Wild West

The journey from meeting the Dharma to establishing Sravasti Abbey.

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Working with Emotions

Overcoming unwholesome states

Using antidotes to counteract the afflictions.

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Volume 6 Courageous Compassion

“Courageous Compassion” book launch

Overview of the topics in the book and their significance.

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Dharma in Daily Life

Thriving in tough times

Using difficult situations as opportunities for spiritual growth.

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Stages of the Path

How to see the spiritual mentor

Explaining the characteristics of a student and describing how to develop faith and three ways…

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Dharma in Daily Life

Dharma question and answer session

Answers to questions on various Dharma topics.

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The Six Perfections

The ethical conduct of gathering virtue and benefiti...

Explanation of the 2nd and 3rd types of ethical conduct.

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Dharma in Daily Life

Questions and answers on ethical conduct

Answers to questions on ethical conduct and Buddhism.

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