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Judgement, Non-Judgement, and Discernment in Buddhism: A Practical Guide for Modern Life
Key Takeaways 1. Introduction Few topics in Buddhist practice generate as much confusion as the relationship between judgement, non-judgement, and discernment. A practitioner may hear a teacher say to observe thoughts without judgement, then open a sutta to find the Buddha clearly evaluating some thoughts as wholesome and others as unwholesome. A meditator may be…
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The Five Strengths in Buddhism: Cultivating an Unshakable Heart for the Modern World
Key Takeaways 1. Introduction: Finding Steadiness in a Shifting World In our contemporary lives, we often seek stability. We look for it in careers, relationships, and possessions, only to find that these are inherently subject to change. Buddhism offers a different kind of stability: an inner fortitude that is not dependent on external conditions. This…