The fires of greed, hatred and delusion can be extinguished through direct experience of the nature of craving and it's arising. A wide-ranging talk exploring this and other themes of practice and the teachings of the Buddha.
The joy of letting go includes restraint expressed as sitting with integrity as well as letting go of stories, expectation & experiences. This letting go is not a sacrifice but rather releasing the burden of holding onto the things that cause us suffering.
Many of us do Vipassana practice because we find it brings more clarity and understanding to our lives. This tape explores the different ways wisdom works, helping guide us to the deepest realization of the way things are.
Dharma teaching and practice enable us to unlearn what is harmful and develop what is beneficial. Awareness with the intention to learn rather than to judge is central to this process.
In every moment of mindfulness we defeat the forces of greed, hatred & delusion and develop a heart of generosity, kindness & wisdom--the three sources of karmic happiness.
Opening to suffering is essential if we are to find true happiness. The Buddha's teaching on how suffering can lead to faith, gladness, joy and freedom is explored. Gratitude as a way to hold our suffering is also discussed.
This talk explores the place of effort and how we can call it forth without stress or tension. Finding a way of tapping into energy that replenishes it.
