Sravasti Abbey
Teachings that were presented at Sravasti Abbey.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Building confidence and self-esteem
Ways to overcome low self-esteem and release self-destructive behavior.
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Kindness towards ourselves and others
Recognizing our interdependence with others and how keeping good ethical conduct can help us to…
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Investigating anger
Understanding how the mind of anger operates, and how to counteract it as it arises.
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Releasing the mind of attachment
Becoming aware of attachment and ways to develop a realistic perspective on ourselves and our…
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Cultivating a healthy sense of self
Learn to distinguish between self-centeredness, self-grasping ignorance and genuine self-confidence.
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Creating positive experiences for ourselves and others
How we each create our experiences based on our thoughts, words, and actions, and how…
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Introduction to Buddhist practice and community living
Introduction to Sravasti Abbey's annual program for young adults, with advice on how to practice…
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Living as a Western monastic
A short article that examines the hurdles in going for ordination and living as a…
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Renounce suffering, practice joyfully
Comments on a section of the Lamrim chenmo by Lama Tsongkhapa. Explains the types and…
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Karma (Dylan Thomas) - Jun 7, 2006
Karma (Dylan Thomas) Uncovering inner beauty
A young adult week participant reflects on how he grew in self-confidence by connecting authentically…
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Living an authentic life
Overcoming afflictions enables us to stop living under their control, and to gain clarity and…
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Karma and decision-making
Understanding karma shapes the decisions that we make regarding our body, speech and mind.
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