wisdom
Teachings on how to cultivate wisdom on many different levels, ranging from the wisdom that understands karma and its effects, the four truths, and how to benefit others, to the wisdom realizing the ultimate nature of reality.
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Ten powers
Continuing explaining the ten powers of the Buddha, covering 4-9, teaching from Chapter 2.
View PostThe nature of all phenomena is emptiness
How phenomena actually exist and the importance of understanding emptiness.
View PostGenerating the awakening mind
The importance of generating the awakening mind and how one cultivates this precious jewel.
View PostRefuting a permanent self
A refutation of partless atoms, permanent objects, and other wrong views.
View PostRefuting the Cittamatra view
Explaining how all phenomena, including mind, are dependent on other factors.
View PostAttachment controls us
An introduction to and overview of "A Commentary on the Awakening Mind."
View PostFour kinds of self-confidence, ten powers
Explaining the four kinds of self-confidence and the first three of the ten powers, teaching…
View PostOverview of the Buddhist path
The Buddhist path and the types of spiritual happiness we can attain along the way.
View PostThree Jewels of the Vajra vehicle
Finishing the section of Final and Provisional Refuges, and explaining the Three Jewels According to…
View PostFinal and provisional refuges
Describing the difference between the Three Jewels and the objects of refuge, both final and…
View PostCourageous compassion
Dr. Russell Kolts explains the connection between emotions and our threat regulation systems.
View PostKindness, letting go, and attachment
Exploring how we can change our perspective and our behavior to benefit ourselves and others.
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