New to Buddhism
Short talks introducing the Buddhist worldview and teachings based on Venerable Thubten Chodron’s introductory books.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Developing a kind heart
The importance of developing loving kindness, an open-hearted care for others.
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Venerable Thubten Tarpa The four opponent powers for purification
The importance of purifying negative karma and how to use the four opponent powers in…
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The determination to be free
Understanding the meaning of renunciation, what we are wishing to be free from, the effects…
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Buddha nature and precious human life
Seeing our potential and the conducive circumstances we have to actualize it.
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The four noble truths
A look at the unsatisfactory nature of cyclic existence and how to practice the noble…
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Rebirth and karma
Understanding rebirth and its relationship to karma, and taking responsibility for our lives.
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Venerable Thubten Chonyi Self-centeredness
Examining the disadvantages of self-centeredness, and how to use mindfulness and introspective awareness to reduce…
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Venerable Thubten Semkye Anger and other disturbing attitudes
A look at the definition and characteristics of afflictions such as anger, pride, and jealousy,…
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Taking the ache out of attachment
Looking at how attachment causes problems and real happiness comes from letting go of attachment.
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Meditation and the Buddhist approach
Talks focusing on the practical application of Buddhist psychology for understanding ourselves and improving the…
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Vesak and the Buddha’s life
The story behind Vesak, the holiest day of the year for Buddhists, and how we…
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Advice for newcomers to the Dharma
Tips on how to act in Dharma centers. Figuring out what to study and practice.…
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