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112 Contemplations for Buddhist Psychology
A modern synthesis drawn from the Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta, Theravāda Abhidhamma, and Mahayana mind‑training texts. These contemplations aim to be faithful in spirit to their source traditions while offering a practical, psychologically accessible curriculum for contemporary readers. They are offered as humble tools for direct investigation, not as absolute dogma. 1–12: Establishing Mindfulness 1. Mindfulness of…
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How to Be Compassionate Toward Yourself
Key Takeaways Introduction What does it mean to see yourself with compassion? For many people, this question feels unfamiliar, even uncomfortable. We are often taught to be hard on ourselves, to push through pain without acknowledgment, or to believe that self‑criticism is the only path to improvement. Yet there is another way – a way…
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The Dharma in Buddhism: 108 Contemplations
Note: This article draws primarily on the Pāli Canon (the earliest recorded teachings of the Buddha) as preserved in the Theravāda tradition. While the Dharma is expressed in many forms across Buddhist traditions, these contemplations focus on the foundational teachings common to all. Introduction The Dharma (Pali: Dhamma) stands as the second of the Three…
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The Raft is Heavy: An Inquiry into How We Hold What Was Meant to Carry Us
A Note Before Beginning: This is written from within the confusion, not above it. I am not the “auditor” standing outside the burning temple; I am inside it with you, also wondering if the smoke is just part of the ritual. If this piece sometimes points a finger, I am trying to keep three fingers…
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How Buddhism Supports Emotional Resilience
Key Takeaways 1. Introduction Life, by its very nature, presents us with a continuous stream of experiences. There are moments of joy, connection, and ease, and there are moments of loss, frustration, and pain. Our ability to navigate this entire spectrum, to bend without breaking, to recover from setbacks, and to learn and grow from…
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Equanimity: The Calm Heart in a Changing World
Key Takeaways 1. Introduction: Seeking Steadiness in a Stormy World Imagine standing in the eye of a hurricane. All around you, winds are raging, debris is flying, and chaos reigns. Yet, in the very center, there is a place of profound stillness and calm. Equanimity is like that calm center within you. It is not…