mindfulness
Teachings on mindfulness, a mental factor that enables the mind to stay on its chosen object. These include teachings on mindfulness in developing concentration and keeping ethical conduct.
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Virtuous activities and thoughts
How we should not cease doing virtuous activities of body, speech and mind and why…
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Merely imputed New Year’s Eve
On the eve of the new year, a reflection on how "New Year's Day" is…
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The precepts of mind training
How we tend to view others as objects or commodities for our own happiness rather…
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The maxims of mind training
How the maxims can be used to transform mental states that contradict the mind training…
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Maintaining a steady practice
Practicing mind training in situations where it is difficult but important, and how to maintain…
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Review: The five powers at death
Review of practicing the five powers at the time of death and the benefits of…
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Review: The five powers during life
Review of how to train in the five powers during daily life, decreasing afflictions and…
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The commitments of mind training
What it means to be impartial about the objects of mind training and to stand…
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The measure of a trained mind
Honestly looking at our minds to see how it reacts to hardships and the difference…
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Power of prayer and familiarity
The aspirations and meditations that are beneficial at the time of death, and the signs…
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Five powers at death
The importance of having a positive state of mind at the time of death and…
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Five powers in daily life
How prayer is used in Buddhist practice and how the power of familiarity can help…
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