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 Chapter 6: Verses 127-134
Putting time and energy into thought transformation changes how we view difficult situations and people…
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Chapter 6: Verses 119-126
By harming sentient beings we create the causes for our own suffering. By respecting them…
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Chapter 6: Verses 112-118
Why we need sentient beings to develop fortitude and create merit. Looking at the important…
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Having a steady mind
How to see our enemies and difficulties as precious opportunities to develop inner fortitude that…
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Transforming anger into compassion
Anger isn't subdued by rearranging the world and the beings in it, but through internal…
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Verse 100: The armor of fortitude
How to practice the fortitude of experiencing suffering, hearing harsh words and practicing the Dharma.
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The far-reaching practice of fortitude
The three types of fortitude that help to transform how we view hardships and overcome…
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Cherishing others
The benefits of cherishing others and practicing fortitude. Verses 119-134 of Chapter 6 of Shantideva's…
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Transforming hindrances and adversity
How our spiritual progress is dependent on all sentient beings. Verses 103-118 of Chapter 6…
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Challenging the ego
How the Dharma challenges our self-centered mind. Verses 99-102 of Chapter 6 of Shantideva's "Engaging…
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Praise and reputation
Giving up attachment to praise and a good reputation. Verses 90-98 of Shantideva's "Engaging in…
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Working with jealousy
Counteracting our jealous mind that resents our enemies' good fortune. Verses 80-89 of Shantideva's "Engaging…
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