Thubten Chodron

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Mind, consciousness, and AI

Exploring the differing causes of body and mind and issues related to artificial intelligence.

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Volume 4 Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

Introspective awareness

Completing the section describing the mental factor of mindfulness and beginning the section on the…

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Volume 4 Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

Mindfulness and introspective awareness

Explaining the importance of mindfulness and introspective awareness, beginning chapter 11 on the higher training…

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Bodhisattva Path

Bodhicitta

How overcoming the self-centered thought and seeing the kindness of others leads to happiness.

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Volume 4 Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

Practicing serenity in the Chinese tradition

Explaining serenity and insight as found in the Chinese Buddhist tradition, and deviations in meditation,…

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Buddhist Worldview

Good teacher, good student

How our spiritual mentors benefit us and how we can recognize and repay their kindness.

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Volume 4 Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

Serenity and insight in Chinese buddhism

Explaining serenity and insight as found in the Chinese Buddhist tradition, continuing the teaching from…

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Buddhist Worldview

How to relate to a spiritual mentor

Different types of Dharma teachers plus qualities of a good Dharma student.

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Volume 4 Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

Practicing serenity in the Chinese tradition

Describing serenity or calm abiding found in the Chinese tradition, beginning the teaching from Chapter…

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Volume 4 Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

Formless absorptions, samadhi and insight

Covering the section on the characteristics of the formless absorptions as described in the Pali…

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Volume 4 Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

Learning about dhyanas

Covering the section on the characteristics of the four dhyanas as described in the Pali…

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