Disarming the Mind Retreat (Italy 2017)

Teachings given during a retreat on “Disarming the Mind: Working with Anger for a Happier Life” at the Istituto Lama Tzong Khapa in Pomaia, Italy.

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Disarming the mind

The more we can develop compassion and fortitude, the more resistant we are to anger.

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Changing perspective to undermine anger

Using thought transformation practices to see others and difficult situations more realistically decreases anger because there's no reason for it any more.

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The downside of anger

Real freedom is an inner-state—freedom from afflicted mental states. When we are free from anger we have the freedom of choice in how we respond.

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Counteracting anger with compassion

Recognizing there are no benefits to anger. Counteracting angry states of mind by viewing others with compassion.

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Dealing with anger using mind training

When we're angry our view of the situation is an exaggeration. Looking at the situation more realistically helps to subvert anger.

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