I believe there are three qualities everyone should try to cultivate. Not just for our own benefit, but also for the benefit of everyone we come into contact with. The three qualities are being humble, contented, and grateful.

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Cultivating Virtuous Qualities

Lust is the strong, passionate desire for something, and not only sex, but also, food, drink, money, fame, power, knowledge and so on. It is a biological impulse without which you would not have been born in the first place. Our purpose in life is to survive, that is how our brains are wired. So, seeing lust as something bad is not helpful. I believe what is important is how you act upon your lust.

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Life's Meandering Path - 
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Ripples in the Stream - https://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B018GXNJU0/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4

Budh Ka Mukti Marg - https://www.amazon.in/gp/product/B071V9YVJP/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0

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A Lust for Life

The more we get caught up in negative patterns of behaviour and mental states, the more they become engrained. This means they become stored in our subconscious, and we act in certain ways without consciously thinking and we become overwhelmed by our mental states, such as anger, jealousy, pride, without noticing it.

We can start to change by following the process I have called ‘Eliminate what is holding you back.’ This consists of seven steps, which are realisation, study, conviction, determination, action, effort, and time.

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Eliminate What is Holding You Back

When we are faced with challenging obstacles, we all cope in different ways, some face them head on, whereas others buckle under the pressure. It's important for us to find ways to build up our emotional strength.

What is emotional strength? It’s a type of response when reacting to emotional events in an open and vulnerable way, which allows us to find ways of dealing with the emotion and not getting all tangled up in it. 

Do you have emotional strength?

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Open Awareness, Open Mind - www.amazon.in/Open-Awareness-Min…=1627806820&sr=8-1

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Life's Meandering Path -
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Ripples in the Stream - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B018GXN…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4

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Building Your Emotional Strength

A central teaching in traditional Buddhism is the principle of dependent arising, which states that all things happen through cause and conditions and that they are interdependent. No phenomenon, whether outer or inner, occurs except as a reaction to a previous cause, and all phenomenon will, in turn, condition the following results. So, in a nutshell, because of one thing something else arises. Nothing in this world arises from its own power. Everything comes through causes and conditions.

Wheel of Life link - https://yesherabgye.com/the-twelve-links-of-dependent-arising/
The Five Aggregates blog link - https://yesherabgye.com/how-we-experience-the-world/

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Life's Meandering Path -
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Ripples in the Stream - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B018GXN…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4
 
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The Twelve Links of Dependent Arising

For centuries people have been indulging in superstitions, lucky charms, omens, divinations, and fortune-telling. They have used these things to help them make decisions and keep them from taking responsibility for their own actions. Buddha called all of these practices ‘low art’, and on many occasions he stated that such things are of no use as we have to take responsibility for our own lives. This point was made very clear in the Mangala Sutra. In this discourse, Buddha was asked what the most auspicious omens were, and which ones should be followed. He didn’t directly answer the question, but instead gave guidelines of how we can make our own lives auspicious without relying on outside omens. He spoke about thirty-eight principles that, if lived by, would bring us true protection.

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Mangala Sutra - Part One

In this third part of the Mangala Sutra, we will look at the Social Principles.

These social principles take us further into our journey of becoming more responsible and reducing our mental suffering. By implementing these principles, we will also be reducing the suffering of those around us. This is not a selfish journey; it is one that helps us gain compassion for others. But gaining compassion isn’t enough. We have to reflect on the principles and put what we learn into practice. So, these following principles cover why generosity is important, how we can practice virtuous actions, support our family and friends, and how to live a blameless life.

This podcast is based on my book ‘Life’s Meandering Path’- which is available from Amazon and Kindle.

Books by Karma Yeshe Rabgye:
 
Open Awareness, Open Mind - www.amazon.in/Open-Awareness-Min…=1627806820&sr=8-1
 
The Best Way to Catch a Snake - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B00TEPZ…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1
 
Life's Meandering Path -
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Ripples in the Stream - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B018GXN…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4
 
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Mangala Sutra - Part Three

In part four of the Mangala Sutra we continue to look at the social principles. This covers how we can refrain from harmful acts and how we need to put great effort into developing beneficial acts and avoiding destructive ones.

This podcast is based on my book ‘Life’s Meandering Path’- which is available from Amazon and Kindle.

Books by Karma Yeshe Rabgye:
 
Open Awareness, Open Mind - www.amazon.in/Open-Awareness-Min…=1627806820&sr=8-1
 
The Best Way to Catch a Snake - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B00TEPZ…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1
 
Life's Meandering Path -
www.amazon.in/gp/product/B00NWU1…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i3
 
Ripples in the Stream - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B018GXN…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4
 
Budh Ka Mukti Marg - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B071V9Y…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
 
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Mangala Sutra - Part Four

In part six of the Mangala Sutra, we look at the importance of having a teacher, guide, or spiritual friend. We are obviously going to face obstacles and hindrances on the path, so having someone with experience to support us is essential.

This podcast is based on my book ‘Life’s Meandering Path’- which is available from Amazon and Kindle.

Books by Karma Yeshe Rabgye:
 
Open Awareness, Open Mind - www.amazon.in/Open-Awareness-Min…=1627806820&sr=8-1
 
The Best Way to Catch a Snake - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B00TEPZ…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1
 
Life's Meandering Path -
www.amazon.in/gp/product/B00NWU1…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i3
 
Ripples in the Stream - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B018GXN…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4
 
Budh Ka Mukti Marg - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B071V9Y…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
 
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Mangala Sutra - Part Six

I have mentioned various ways of reducing our suffering throughout this series on the Mangala Sutra, so now I want to discuss things that may stop us from reducing our suffering, namely, the ten fetters. These are ten things that shackle us to a life of suffering. If we cut through these fetters, we will be able to start reducing our suffering.

This podcast is based on my book ‘Life’s Meandering Path’- which is available from Amazon and Kindle.

Books by Karma Yeshe Rabgye:
 
Open Awareness, Open Mind - www.amazon.in/Open-Awareness-Min…=1627806820&sr=8-1
 
The Best Way to Catch a Snake - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B00TEPZ…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1
 
Life's Meandering Path -
www.amazon.in/gp/product/B00NWU1…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i3
 
Ripples in the Stream - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B018GXN…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4
 
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Mangala Sutra - Part Eight

Impermanence is one of the most important topics Buddha taught. He stated that there is no phenomenon that exists from its own side—that is, there are no phenomena that are not compounded.

Things do not just come into existence by sheer magic or by some superior power, such as a god. It is through causes and conditions, the joining together of things, that phenomena come into existence.

This podcast is based on my book ‘Life’s Meandering Path’- which is available from Amazon and Kindle.

Books by Karma Yeshe Rabgye:
 
Open Awareness, Open Mind - www.amazon.in/Open-Awareness-Min…=1627806820&sr=8-1
 
The Best Way to Catch a Snake - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B00TEPZ…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1
 
Life's Meandering Path -
www.amazon.in/gp/product/B00NWU1…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i3
 
Ripples in the Stream - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B018GXN…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4
 
Budh Ka Mukti Marg - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B071V9Y…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
 
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Mangala Sutra - Part Nine

Over the years, I have spent a lot of time meditating and reflecting on world peace. I have even wondered if it was even possible. I concluded that it is not only possible, but also essential for humanity. It is complicated, multifaceted and requires cooperation, but it is achievable.

World peace is important because it is the foundation for global prosperity, stability, and security. Without peace, individuals, communities, and nations are vulnerable to conflict, violence, and instability. War and conflict result in the loss of human lives, destruction of infrastructure, displacement of populations, and economic devastation, which can have long-lasting and far-reaching effects. In contrast, peace promotes cooperation, understanding, and respect for human rights, and creates an environment where individuals and societies can thrive and reach their full potential. World peace is essential for achieving sustainable development, promoting social justice, and ensuring a better future for all.
After deliberating, I have identified these six points that I believe could pave the way towards peace.

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Life's Meandering Path -
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Ripples in the Stream - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B018GXN…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4
 
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A Path To Peace

The Buddhist concept of emptiness refers to the idea that all things lack intrinsic or inherent existence. It is a way of understanding the nature of reality and the way in which things come into being. By recognising the emptiness of all things, we can let go of our attachment to fixed identities and concepts, leading to greater freedom and compassion.

(You can read more about this topic here - https://yesherabgye.com/the-twelve-links-of-dependent-arising)

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Ripples in the Stream - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B018GXN…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4
 
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The Fluidity Of Reality

In both Buddhism and neuroscience, the concepts of brain, mind, and consciousness play vital roles in understanding human existence and awareness. While Buddhism offers a philosophical and spiritual perspective, neuroscience approaches these concepts from a scientific and empirical standpoint. 

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Ripples in the Stream - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B018GXN…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4
 
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Unraveling the Mind for a Deeper Understanding

In Buddhism, there are five omnipresent mental factors. These factors are present in every moment of our mental experience and play a fundamental role in shaping our thoughts, emotions, and actions. Understanding these factors can help us cultivate mindfulness and develop a deeper awareness of our own minds.

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Ripples in the Stream - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B018GXN…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4
 
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From Perception to Action

Grief is an unavoidable part of the human experience, a natural response to loss that can profoundly impact our emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing. Whether triggered by the death of a loved one, the end of a significant relationship, or a major life transition, grief is a universal phenomenon that touches us all at some point in our lives. 

In this podcast, we will explore the nature of grief, its emotional and psychological impact, the stages of grief, and constructive ways to cope with it. Additionally, we will delve into the perspective of Buddhism on grief and how its teachings offer valuable insights into managing and transcending this painful experience.

Books by Karma Yeshe Rabgye:
 
Open Awareness, Open Mind - www.amazon.in/Open-Awareness-Min…=1627806820&sr=8-1
 
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Life's Meandering Path -
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Ripples in the Stream - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B018GXN…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4
 
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Navigating Grief: Understanding, Coping, and Healing

Ultimately, bouncing back is about finding the inner strength to persevere, adapt, and grow in the face of adversity. It's about recognizing that setbacks are a natural part of the human experience and that they can serve as opportunities for self-discovery and transformation. With the right mindset and support systems in place, individuals can bounce back from even the most daunting challenges, emerging stronger, wiser, and more resilient than before.

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Ripples in the Stream - www.amazon.in/gp/product/B018GXN…f_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4
 
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Bouncing Back: The Art of Resilience and Renewal

In today's fast-paced and constantly changing world, the ancient Japanese philosophy of Wabi Sabi offers a refreshing perspective on life, encouraging us to appreciate the beauty of imperfection and transience. Wabi Sabi is not just a design or aesthetic concept; it's a way of life that can inspire us to find contentment and peace in the midst of life's chaos and imperfections.

Wabi Sabi is a philosophy that embraces the beauty of imperfection, impermanence, and incompleteness. It celebrates the natural state of things and finds beauty in the simple, unpretentious, and unrefined. This concept originated from the Buddhist teachings and has evolved over centuries to become a profound cultural and appealing ideal in Japan.

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Wabi-Sabi: Finding Beauty in Imperfection

Episode 1, 1 December 2014, Gautama Buddha’s First Truth

Gautama Buddha’s First teaching, the first of the Four Noble Truths, is that there is suffering.

Suffering is inescapable and manifests in three forms: the suffering of pain, the suffering of happiness and, the all pervasive suffering.
Through fully understanding this first teaching, and appreciating the true nature of our relationship with the world, we see how suffering is unavoidable and necessarily manifests in our lives.

Only then are we are able to seek a solution; firstly, through identification of its causes, the teaching of the Second Noble Truth.

Intro - Welcome to Buddhism Guide’s Audio blog, a contemporary look at Gautama Buddhist Teachings, from Karma Yeshe Rabgye.
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[00:19] This episode: Gautama Buddha’s First teaching.
      * On the Four Noble Truths;
      * The foundation on which Buddhism is built.
     
[00:47] The First Noble Truth: There is suffering.
      * The definition of suffering;
      * A dissatisfaction, discontentment, an uneasy feeling running through our lives. 
      * Gautama Buddha stated that there are three types of suffering:
        1. The Suffering of pain - our daily, physical and mental suffering;
        2. The Suffering of happiness - the lurking, just around the corner suffering of the the sadness that comes from loss - the change of happiness;
        3. The all pervasive Suffering - a condition that exists because of how we perceive ourselves in relation to the world. You could say that our entire worldly experience is a definition of suffering that we can’t even see.

[03:50] How do we see ourselves in the world?
      * Separate: I’m here, and the world is outside of me. In other words as subject and object. We see ourselves as the solid, independent self.
      * This is not true, we are actually the coming together of 5 things.

[04:20] The Five Aggregates
      * So the way we look at things: subject and object, me and everything else, is in some way, the cause of our suffering and that will come back to us in the future.
      * Like eating a wonderful meal but not knowing it has been poisoned.

[04:56] So why did Buddha want us to know that we have suffering in our lives?
      * To help us understand we have a problem. If we don’t know we have a problem we will not look for a solution;
      * If we know we are suffering we will look for the causes of the suffering and a cure;
      * If we fully understand this First Truth we can move onto the the next Noble Truth - The causes of suffering.

[05:55] Outro
      * You can find more information about this subject in Karma Yeshe 
Rabgye’s books at http://buddhismguide.org/books/
        1. The best way to catch a snake – A Practical Guide to the Buddha’s Teachings;
        2. Life’s meandering path – A Secular Approach to Gautama Buddha’s Guide to Living;
        3. Ripples in the stream – A Pragmatic Journey Through Gautama Buddha’s Teachings.
      
      * They’re available now, from Amazon and Kindle.
      * Thank you for listening, and I hope you enjoyed this blog post.

Gautama Buddha's First Truth

Guilt, a powerful and complex emotion, can often weigh heavily on our hearts and minds when we've done something that goes against our values or has harmed others. It's a natural response to recognizing our own mistakes and the impact they have had. However, dwelling in guilt can be detrimental to our well-being and hinder our ability to move forward. In this podcast, we will explore the process of acknowledging, accepting, and ultimately forgiving ourselves for past transgressions, offering insights and strategies to help navigate the path towards self-forgiveness.

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Navigating Guilt: A Journey of Self-Forgiveness

In the teachings of Buddhism, renunciation and surrender play pivotal roles in the spiritual journey towards awakening. Rooted in the fundamental principles of letting go and acceptance, these concepts offer profound insights into the nature of suffering and liberation. In this article, we will explore what renunciation and surrender mean in the context of Buddhism, delve into the wisdom of the Buddha on these subjects, discuss their importance in spiritual growth, identify what we need to surrender, and offer practical practices for cultivating these qualities in our lives.

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Understanding Renunciation And Surrender In Buddhism

In our journey through life, many of us seek spiritual guidance to help us navigate the complexities of our existence. A spiritual teacher can offer wisdom, support, and direction as we strive for personal growth and inner peace. However, finding the right spiritual teacher is crucial, as the wrong choice can lead to confusion, disillusionment, and even harm. In this podcast, we will explore why we need a spiritual teacher, what qualities to look for in one, the dangers of choosing the wrong teacher, and how much we should rely on them.

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How to Choose a Spiritual Teacher

Change is like a river, constantly flowing and shaping the landscape of our lives. It often presents itself as a challenge, a choice, or an opportunity for growth. But have you ever stopped to ponder the essence of change and its impact on your spiritual journey?

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The Power Of Change

Episode 13, 7 February 2015, Something to Meditate on. [08:55]

Intro: Welcome to Buddhism Guide’s Audio blog.

    A contemporary look at Gautama Buddha’s Teachings, from Karma Yeshe Rabgye.
    For more information, visit: http://www.buddhismguide.org
    You can find more episodes of this audio blog on iTunes and Stitcher Podcasts.
    A transcript of this episode is available at http://buddhismguide.org/audio-blog-archive/audio-blog-transcripts/episode-13-transcript-something-to-meditate-on

Episode 13: Something to Meditate on. [00:45]
1. Single Minded Concentration.

    In Gautama Buddha's Eightfold Path, what is traditionally talked about in Right Meditation is being able to concentrate single mindedly, on the object of your meditation.
    The way to live a responsible life, is to meditate on the Eightfold Path, make it a part of your life, and then check your progress every day at a daily review session.

2. Right View. [02:37]

    The first part of the Eightfold Path is Right View.
        So, while meditating on Right View, you have to really understand the workings of cause and effect.

3. Right Intention. [03:43]

    You should not harm others, nor have ill-will towards them and your actions should not be driven by the Three Poisons, which are:
        Attachment,
        Aversion, and
        Unawareness.

4. Right Speech. [04:17]

    Next, mediate on Right Speech.
    Many a time we open our mouths before using our brains, and what comes out is harmful and unhelpful to others.

5. Right Action. [05:28]

    Now comes Right Action.
    So we must ensure we are fully in tune with our actions, so that we are aware of when we are being led astray by the Three Poisons.

6. Right Livelihood. [06:24]

    Again, ensure that your work does not harm anybody and bring suffering to them.
    Think about your chosen profession and if you see that you are harming a living being, try to change jobs, or at the very least minimise the damage you cause.

7. Be at ease on the cushion. [06:57]

    In all of the above, ensure you put in the Right Effort and Right Mindfulness.
    Because it is impossible to sit quietly and mentally still on the meditation cushion, if you are not at ease.

8. Right Mediation in a Nutshell. [07:42]

    Let us try to put Right Mediation in a nutshell:
        When our minds are unguarded and we are not concentrating, our actions, speech and thoughts are also unguarded.
        On the other hand, when our mind is concentrating and guarded, our actions, speech and thoughts are also guarded.

Outro. [08:25]

    You can find more information about this subject in Karma Yeshe Rabgye’s books at http://www.buddhismguide.org/books/
        The best way to catch a snake – A Practical Guide to the Buddha’s Teachings;
        Life’s meandering path – A Secular Approach to Gautama Buddha’s Guide to Living;
        Ripples in the stream – A Pragmatic Journey Through Gautama Buddha’s Teachings.
    They’re available now, from Amazon and Kindle.
    Thank you for listening, and I hope you enjoyed Buddhism Guide's audio blog.
    Until next time, remember, the only person we can ever truly know, is yourself.

Something to Meditate on

In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, the ancient teachings of the Four Noble Truths offer a timeless wisdom that resonates with the human experience across cultures and generations. Rooted in the teachings of Gautama Buddha, these truths provide a profound framework for understanding and addressing the fundamental nature of suffering and the path to liberation. Let's explore the relevance of the Four Noble Truths in today's world and how we can incorporate their principles into our daily lives for greater wellbeing and inner peace.

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Unveiling the Wisdom of the Four Noble Truths in Modern Life

There are many great podcasts on Buddhism as a religion and even more on Buddhism as a philosophy. This podcast is about Buddhism as a way of life, which means there is no Buddhist jargon or dogma. It is not based in the metaphysical world, but has its feet planted firmly on this planet. It is easy to understand and practical. I use the Buddha’s early teachings as the foundation for the podcast, and explain them in a way that is relevant to your life today. The Podcast is aimed at people who cannot read, who are visually impaired or English is not their first language.

The Art of Letting Go

The Undeniable Truth

This was recorded live at the Prajna Meditation Centre, India. It is part one of 'The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva.' In this podcast Yeshe explains what a Bodhisattva is and also discusses how precious our lives are and how attachment to friends and family brings us emotional suffering. 

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Precious Life and Attachments - 37 Practices Part One

Learning how to stay focused on a single object, thought, emotion, feeling, body sensation or experience is going to cut down on distractions and help strengthen our minds. One of the best ways to achieve single-pointed awareness is through meditation. 

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Strength Of Mind

This podcast is a special practice edition. I thought in the difficult times we are going through, it would be helpful to hear about certain practices that will help with anxiety, fear, self-compassion and self-confidence.

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Befriending Yourself - Practice Special

This podcast is a special practice edition. I thought in the difficult times we are going through, it would be helpful to hear about certain practices that will help with anxiety, fear, self-compassion and self-confidence.

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Compassion - Practice Special

I have been asked on numerous occasions to lay out, in an understandable manner, the teachings of Buddha. So, over the coming months I will articulate the Buddha dharma in an order that I hope you will find both informative and easy to understand and implement. I am going to begin with the five precepts.

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The Five Precepts - The Buddha Dharma Series

Buddha‘s first teaching was on the four noble truths, and it still remains the very foundation on which Buddhism is built. It was these four realities that the Buddha came to understand during his meditation under the bodhi tree, and they provide a conceptual framework for all of Buddhist thought.

The first reality is ‘There is suffering.’ The word suffering here means a dissatisfaction, discontentment, an uneasy feeling running through our lives.

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The First Noble Truth - The Buddha Dharma Series

The first noble truth describes how life has suffering running through it and in the second truth Buddha gave some of the reasons for this suffering. There is not just one cause of our suffering, as there is not one cause of anything. Things come into being through a series of causes and conditions, and that is the same for our suffering. However, there are three main things that cause us emotional and psychological suffering, namely, the three poisons. They are clinging desire, anger and aversion and unawareness.

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The Causes Of Suffering - The Buddha Dharma Series

This podcast is pragmatic, secular and makes complicated Buddhist principles easy to understand.

Yeshe is a Buddhist monk. He is from England and teaches meditation, Buddhist philosophy and mindfulness.

Yeshe spent several years in a monastery in the foothills of the Himalayas teaching young monks basic Buddhist philosophy and meditation. He now offers teachings freely to all in a manner that is unpretentious and clear. He does not demand students to blindly accept what he says, but instead invites them to examine their own minds and experiences to discover the validity of Gautama Buddha’s teachings. 

Yeshe quietly demonstrates Gautama Buddha’s teaching on compassion through the charitable trust ‘Sangye Menla’ that he founded in 2008 in Chandigarh, Northern India. The trust provides medical assistance and care to people from the Himalayan region in India.

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