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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Ignorance, anger, purification
Retreat discussion on topics such as the four distortions, how anger destroys merit, using pain…
View Post37 Practices: Verses 1-3
Making the lamrim personal, changing environments to change negative habits, and relaxing as we see…
View PostInspiring story
Importance of understanding karma, taking personal responsibility and transforming oneself based on practice.
View PostHow to handle everyday problems
In order to be happy it is important to change our attitude instead of focusing…
View PostWhen our spiritual mentors pass away
A exchange with an old friend about experiencing the deaths of spiritual teachers.
View PostGrowing through the Dharma
A person in prison shows how through thought transformation, we can find some good even…
View PostPreparing the mind for tonglen
The importance of meditating on equanimity and the kindness of others before doing the taking…
View PostThe 37 Practices of Bodhisattvas
Verses on developing the qualities of a bodhisattva by Gyelsay Togmay Zangpo, plus a recording…
View PostWhy am I giving?
Offering service with a long-term view based on bodhicitta. Ways of working on doubts and…
View PostThe seed of enlightenment
Letting go of bias, anger, resentment, and grudges, and how to cultivate equanimity, kindness, and…
View PostWheel of Sharp Weapons: Verses 104-106
A look at dependent arising and emptiness, how things appear to exist in one way,…
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