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Venerable Chodron and retreatants group photo in 2005.
Vajrasattva Winter Retreat 2005

Debrief after retreat

Explaining the three vehicles, the actual objects of refuge and how we relate to each.…

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A yellow sign with the words: No Trespassing Only those who strongly believe in rebirth should risk entering here.
How Rebirth Works

Rebirth: A difficult point for Westerners

Developing faith in the Buddhist view of continuation of life and guiding oneself with positive…

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Venerable Chodron and retreatants group photo in 2005.
Vajrasattva Winter Retreat 2005

Life after retreat

Advice on going back gently into the unreal world, bring back and continue good habits…

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Venerable Chodron and retreatants group photo in 2005.
Vajrasattva Winter Retreat 2005

Answering questions from retreatants

Guided questioning on selflessness. Explaining concept of taking refuge with the three jewels. On death,…

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The word 'habits' spray painted on a red brick wall.
On Meditation

Purification

Using the Vajrasattva mantra and practice to change unhealthy habits of daily life.

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A painting of the green tara on a rock
Green Tara

Arya Tara: A star by which to navigate

Who Tara is, an explanation of the practice of Tara, and how Tara frees us…

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Silver medallion with the words 'Thank you' engraved on it.
On Meditation

Appreciating the Dharma

An incarcerated person's letters express his gratitude for the Dharma.

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Venerable Chodron and retreatants group photo in 2005.
Vajrasattva Winter Retreat 2005

Purification and non-negotiables

Clarification of what is being purified. Criteria we use to make decisions: how wise are…

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Venerable Chodron and retreatants group photo in 2005.
Vajrasattva Winter Retreat 2005

Physical prison versus samsaric prison

Watching the mind's reaction to food. Looking at attachment, seeing where it leads us. Examining…

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