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How Meditating on Death Helps us Live Better
What is Death Meditation in Buddhism? Death meditation can sound grim and scary. As such, it’s a practice that is...
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What’s My Motivation? Practicing Buddhism
Purifying our Motivation Along the Buddhist Path Most of us turn toward spirituality because we want to live happier, more...
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The Meaning of Nirvana in Buddhism (End of Suffering Explained) The various Buddhist traditions differ in their interpretation of nirvana,...
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What is Virya or Exertion in Buddhism?
Why is Virya Necessary? Meditation is fairly straightforward, but it’s not easy. It requires us to apply consistent, continued effort...
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Samsara Definition And Meaning in Buddhism Until we are awakened, we live in samsara. Habit keeps us trapped in this...
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What are the four reminders in Buddhism? The four reminders or contemplations are very powerful and productive because they lead...
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The science of Buddhist psychology (awakening and liberation) When the Buddha interacted with people over twenty-five hundred years ago, he...
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Meditation’s Potential Age-Defying Effects
Does Meditation Reverse Aging? (Slowing Brain Degeneration) As we age, certain areas of the brain begin to shrink. Learning new...
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How to Protect Your Peace of Mind
The Meaning Of Protecting The Mind (6 Encouraging Ways) We all know that junk food isn’t good for our bodies,...
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Why Is The Eightfold Path Important? (Putting an End to Suffering) Buddhism offers a map, a path of practice. This...
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The Health Benefits of Compassion
Why Compassion Matters More Than Ever (Having Empathy) The science of compassion says the desire to relieve the suffering of...
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Understanding the Accumulation of Merit and Wisdom
Why accumulating merit and wisdom is important When we intentionally develop positive qualities, we’re building a certain spiritual force, a...
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How to Find a Meditation Teacher
The Role of the Meditation Teacher (And the Impact on Our Practice) When we’re brand new to meditation, it helps...
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How to Get Better at Meditation
How to Meditate for the Benefits (Having Healthier and Happier Lives) When we first begin a meditation practice, it’s common...
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What Does Ignorance Mean in Buddhism?
What is Ignorance (Avidya), or Misconceptions for Buddhists? Nobody wants to be told they are ignorant. We associate this with...
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