A Clear and Empty Mind

Expecting Change in Practice

Lee — Sun, 19 May 2013 13:30:48 +0000

In this video, venerable Thubten Chodron uses analogies to explain periods of practice where it seems that despite much effort, …

Mahayana Precepts

Lee — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:55:40 +0000

The Eight Mayahana precepts is a celebrated practice within Mahayan Buddhism that is meant to help someone purify bad habits …

My Brother, Buddhist Monk

Lee — Sat, 11 May 2013 12:34:02 +0000

This interesting documentary shows the transition period for a young man living in Finland, before he moves to Thailand to …

Reincarnation

Lee — Tue, 07 May 2013 15:10:02 +0000

Reincarnation is an interesting topic in the west in that it’s often not really covered, going against most western beliefs. …

Buddhism’s Growth in a Modern City

Lee — Fri, 03 May 2013 11:39:31 +0000

With the Dalai Lama visiting Portland, Oregon later this week for the 3 day Environmental Summit, this interesting article was …

Buddhist Reflections on the Boston Bombings

Lee — Wed, 01 May 2013 12:34:13 +0000

With the intense media coverage that has occured after the Boston Bombing, one of the outcomes has becomes a greater …

Peace of Mind

Lee — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 13:02:36 +0000

His Holiness the Dalai explains how a realistic approach to problems can bring greater peace of mind. Related Posts: Watch More Dalai …

Working With a Judgemental Mind

Lee — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:39:10 +0000

In this interesting video, Ven Thubten Chodron of Sravasti Abbey gives advice on how to work with a judgemental or …

Compassion for oneself and others

Lee — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:03:04 +0000

Within Tibetan Buddhism, teachings on compassion often emphasize having compassion for others, rather than having compassion for one’s self. However …

Planting Seeds: The Power of Mindfulness

Lee — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 14:03:02 +0000

Currently a documentary is being produced, based on Thich Nhat Hanh’s book: Planting Seeds: Practicing Mindfulness with Children. The film is …