thought transformation
Teachings on lojong or thought training techniques to train the mind to turn difficult circumstances into opportunities for spiritual growth and awakening.
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The four immeasurables in daily life
How the four immeasurables provide a framework on how to live daily life.
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“Approaching the Buddhist Path”: Mind tr...
The practice of transforming adversity into the path sees difficulties as opportunities to learn and…
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“Approaching the Buddhist Path”: The Bud...
Examining emotions and steering the mind in a good direction. The Buddhist view of the…
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“Good Karma”: Creating the causes for ou...
How to use the teachings on karma and thought transformation to look at the causes…
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Consumerism and the environment
Using the thought transformation practices to monitor our mind in the context of how we…
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Mind training for a modern world
How to use everyday situations to challenge habitual ways of thinking in order to bring…
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Guided by bodhicitta to create an energy field for c...
An interview with Dharma Drum Humanity Magazine, in which Venerable Chodron talks about her early…
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Concentration, wisdom, and spiritual teachers
Explaining the last three verses of wisdom from the Kadam masters, which focus on concentration,…
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Heart advice for dealing with difficulties
How to apply the mind training teachings in a practical way to transform adverse circumstances…
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Happiness within ourselves
How the mind is the main source of happiness not external situations. Transforming one's perspective…
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Refuge and precept discussion questions
Topics for discussion regarding taking refuge in the Three Jewels and the five lay precepts.
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