fortitude
Fortitude is the ability to remain resolute and calm in the face of hardship or suffering. The mind undisturbed by harm has the fortitude of non-retaliation, the fortitude of enduring suffering, and the fortitude to practice the Dharma.
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Venerable Thubten Chodron Fortitude of practicing the Dharma
Going through physical and mental hardships during our Dharma practice by cultivating patience.
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Fortitude of enduring suffering
Continuing with the explanation of the practice of non-retaliation, and the second type of fortitude…
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Meaning and benefits of fortitude
The types of beings to help and what help should we offer to them. Understanding…
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Incarcerated people Inside-out practice
An incarcerated person narrates practicing inside the prison to practicing outside and compares that to…
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Judgmental mind, kindness and compassion
Methods to develop love and compassion for others.
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Where is attachment?
Seeing the source of attachment or anger in order for us to eliminate them.
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Buddha’s life and Mahayana
Reflecting on Buddha's life on Vesak Day. Qualities of a bodhisattva as an inspiration in…
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Genuine aspiration and resistance
Kindness for oneself relieves the internal struggle to commit to the Dharma.
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Renunciation and joyous effort
The importance of nourishing a strong determination, armor-like joyous perseverance, and the bodhisattva's view of…
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Vasana Chinavarakorn - Mar 25, 2007
Vasana Chinavarakorn For the enlightenment of all
An article in Bangkok Post on Bhikkhuni Jampa Tsedroen and her dedication to seeking equality…
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Cultivating emotional balance
Focusing on our own problems only makes them worse. Expanding our view to consider other…
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Adjusting to monastic life
Important elements in forming a community: how to cultivate an attitude of transparency and how…
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