thought transformation
Teachings on lojong or thought training techniques to train the mind to turn difficult circumstances into opportunities for spiritual growth and awakening.
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The heart connection between monastics and laypeople
The verses for laypeople who offer food to nourish the sangha, and the sangha which…
View PostBuddhist precepts regarding food
The Buddhist perspective on fasting and how practitioners keep Buddhist precepts related to food.
View PostWorking with attachment to food
Ways to work with attachment to food with a balanced mind.
View PostChapter 3: Verses 268-271
Thought transformation practices that create the causes for the collection of wisdom. The four ascetic…
View PostDedicating for the benefit of all
The completion of the commentary on the verses after lunch, pointing out all the beings…
View PostThe emptiness of giving
How to contemplate depending arising and emptiness while making offerings.
View PostThe merit of offering food and drink
A continuing teaching on dedications that we make for all those who have offered us…
View PostVerses after meals
An explanation of the mantras done after meals and dedication prayers for all beings.
View PostRecognizing our inner beauty
Abbey volunteer Heather Duchscher shares how meeting the Dharma helped her to overcome her eating…
View PostHealing the body, mind, and world
Dietician Bob Wilson shares how making healthy choices has healed his body and mind, enabling…
View PostDedication verses
Why it's important to dedicate to never be separated from the Triple Gem, and a…
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