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07 – Meditation
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06 – The Five Precepts
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04 – The Middle Way
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03 – The Three Jewels
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01 – The Four Noble Truths
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A Buddhist Mission Plan for Those on the Path
Key Takeaways 1. Introduction This is a mission plan for the path. It is written for you, the individual practitioner, whether you sit in meditation every morning or are just beginning to ask what Buddhism is about. It is a framework for aligning your life with the teachings of the Buddha, not as an abstract…
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The Need to Escape: Understanding the Buddhist Roots of Distraction
Key Takeaways 1. Introduction Distraction has become a defining feature of modern life. Many people find themselves reaching for their phones dozens of times each day, losing hours to scrolling through social media, or struggling to complete simple tasks without their attention wandering elsewhere. While technology has certainly made distraction more accessible, the underlying tendency…
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Buddhism and Retirement: Learning to Let Go of a Role
Key Takeaways 1. Introduction Retirement is often presented as a period of endless leisure, a reward for decades of hard work. Yet for many people, the reality is quite different. Instead of relaxation, they encounter an unexpected sense of loss, confusion, and even grief. For most of adult life, we define ourselves by what we…
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Ānāpānasati: The Art and Science of Mindfulness of Breathing
Key Takeaways 1. Introduction to Mindfulness of Breathing Mindfulness of Breathing [Ānāpānasati] is perhaps the most widely practiced form of meditation in the Buddhist tradition. At its core, it is the simple yet profound act of attending to the inhalation and exhalation of the breath. While it may appear basic, this practice serves as a…