What are the four reminders in Buddhism? The four reminders or contemplations are very powerful and productive because they lead...
read moreThe science of Buddhist psychology (awakening and liberation) When the Buddha interacted with people over twenty-five hundred years ago, he...
read moreLife-changing lessons we can learn from the Buddha The Buddha did not begin his life as “The Buddha.” He began...
read moreWhy Is The Eightfold Path Important? (Putting an End to Suffering) Buddhism offers a map, a path of practice. This...
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Why Compassion Matters More Than Ever (Having Empathy) The science of compassion says the desire to relieve the suffering of...
read moreUnderstanding 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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The Role of the Meditation Teacher (And the Impact on Our Practice) When we’re brand new to meditation, it helps...
read moreWhat 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...
read moreHow to Practice Patience, and Why
Patience as a Transformative Perfection Patience is among Buddhism’s six (or ten) paramitas, qualities associated with the actions of bodhisattvas....
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Generosity Practice - The Mahayana Perfection of Generosity Buddhism’s paramitas, also known as the perfections, are qualities generally associated with...
read moreWhy Is Renunciation Important for Buddhist Practice?
Buddhist Renunciation Explained (Benefits & How to Practice) When people think of Buddhist renunciation they might picture an austere monk,...
read moreThe Meaning of Buddhist Right View
What is Right View in Buddhism? (Understanding the Four Noble Truths) Buddhism teaches there is a particular worldview, or perspective...
read moreRemedies to Agitation and Dullness
Two classic obstacles to meditation, explained When you’ve decided to meditate and work on training your mind, don’t assume that...
read moreWhat is the Meaning of Dharma?
Defining Dharma (Definition & Deeper Meaning) In Buddhist studies and teachings, the term dharma is often referred to but left...
read moreThe Relationship Between Wisdom and Compassion
The Interrelationship between Wisdom and Compassion in Buddhism It could be said that the essence of Mahayana Buddhism is the...
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