‘The most essential meaning of the word ‘study’ is of the unceasing, dedicated observation and investigation of whatever arises in the mind, be it pleasant or unpleasant. Only one familiar with the observation of mind can really understand Dhamma.’ Buddhadasa...
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A Loving-Kindness Meditation to Boost Compassion
Cultivating compassion helps us mend relationships while fostering emotional intelligence. Enjoy the benefits of loving-kindness with this guided meditation. The post A Loving-Kindness Meditation to Boost Compassion appeared first on Mindful.
Two Practices to Start and End Your Day with Intention
In the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, we recognize compassion as both the highest spiritual ideal and the highest expression of our humanity. The Tibetan word for compassion, nyingje, which literally means the “king of heart,” captures the priority we accord compassion....
The Truth About Why I’ve Ghosted People (and What I’ve Learned)
“Ghosting is cruel because it denies a person the chance to process, to ask questions, or to get closure. It’s emotional abandonment, masquerading as protection.” ~Dr. Jennice Vilhauer I never set out to ghost anyone. In fact, I used to hate ghosting with the burning...
Morning meditation — We can notice visual change and sound.
‘We establish loving-kindness with ourselves by not creating burdens out of what we have done in the past.’ Ajahn Sumedho
How Two Simple Lists Completely Transformed My Life
“Happiness turned to me and said, ‘It is time. It is time to forgive yourself for all of the things you did not become… Above all else, it is time to believe, with reckless abandon, that you are worthy of me, for I have been waiting for years.” ~Bianca Sparacino I...
Morning meditation — As the mind becomes more refined through this practice.
As the mind becomes more refined through this practice, the veil of ignorance lifts, and one begins to perceive the truth of the Unconditioned. Everyday Buddhism
Meeting between Yaoshan and Li Ao
Seeing your face is not as good as hearing your name.
Morning meditation — The moon is in the night-blue sky.
‘The moon is in the night-blue sky. This song is chanted now, without any Ch'an in the song.’ Han Shani
Morning meditation — I find it is very important to constantly remind ourselves.
‘I find it is very important to constantly remind ourselves that we are human beings, we are capable of learning new things, and we can make things better whatever the situation is.’ Geshe Tashi Tsering