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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Venerable Thubten Chodron Results of transgressing ethical commitments
The importance of ethical commitments and taking our practice seriously.
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Q&A on karma
The importance of developing equanimity and questions from the audience about how karma works.
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Determining to maintain good character wherever we are
Avoiding pretension and deceit with our spiritual mentors and keeping good ethical conduct.
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Intro to karma and its effects
Reflections on the kindness of others and introduction to the law of karma and its…
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Venerable Sangye Khadro Addressing negative emotions
Using difficulties as a reminder of cyclic existence and learning to transform negative emotions.
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Recognizing negative emotions
Learning to notice negative emotions and navigate difficult situations with mindfulness and compassion.
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Rejuvenate your life
How the Buddha’s teachings can help us have a happy mind meaningful life.
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Chapter 8: Verses 8-12
How to free yourself from attachment. Commentary on Chapter 8 of "Engaging in the Bodhisattva's…
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Different methods to realize bodhicitta
How to combine the two methods for generating bodhicitta.
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Overcoming obstacles to practice
What hindrances affect our practice? Examples of these and how to overcome them.
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Enough childish behavior!
Shantideva on giving up childish behavior and following in the steps of the wise
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Attachment to the body
Commentary on verses looking at the many faults of attachment to the body.
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