Wisdom of the Kadam Masters (2016-17)

Short talks on the text Wisdom of the Kadam Masters translated by Thupten Jinpa.

Changing relationships

The last three points of the nine-point meditation on equalizing ourselves and others, which are from the perspective of the ultimate level.

View Post

Observing your own mind

How to pay attention to our different mental states and whether they are in line with our values, instead of criticizing others or living on…

View Post

Applying the teachings to our minds

A different perspective on the teaching to observe our minds, in terms of applying the teachings to our personal experience.

View Post

The best antidote

Why understanding that all phenomena are dependent arisings and empty of inherent existence is the best antidote to our afflictions.

View Post

Our contribution to peace

How self-grasping lies at the root of violence in America, and why realizing emptiness can be our greatest contribution to peace.

View Post

The best higher attainment

How transforming our minds is the central purpose of our Dharma practice.

View Post

The purpose of spiritual practice

Whether or not to engage in a ngondro practice, remembering that transforming our minds is the central purpose of our Dharma practice.

View Post

The best sign of higher attainment

Why the best sign of higher attainment is not mystical and magical, but the reduction of our attachment.

View Post