Gems of Wisdom (2014-2015) Archives - Page 5 of 10

Root Text

Gems of Wisdom translated by Glenn H. Mullin is available from Shambhala Publications here.

Looking at how our reckless speech only comes back to trap us in trouble. We should strive to use our speech wisely and kindly.

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Pride and self-centeredness are obstacles to our happiness and well-being.

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Mindfulness and introspective awareness are crucial tools in removing weeds that destroy the garden of happiness.

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Apathy is a self-defeating mental state. How to cultivate the four aspects of joyous effort when our mind gets apathetic.

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What it means to have a distracted mind in the context of tantra, and how to work with it in meditation and daily life.

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Doubt keeps us from making a true commitment to spiritual practice. Curiosity helps to clarify our understanding, but doubt just freezes us.

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How holding onto to negative thoughts and feelings damages and destroys our relationships with others.

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Denial of reality limits our potential and also obscures our understanding of how dependent arising functions.

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It is essential to accumulate merit and wisdom to progress on the spiritual path, and how self-criticism becomes a hindrance in this process.

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Chasing after worldly possessions, success, wealth, or fame never brings satisfaction or lasting happiness.

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We weaken ourselves and wind up with nothing of value when we only chase after the pleasures of samsara.

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The supreme peace of liberation. Also, what it means to practice and dedicate for rebirth in a pure land.

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