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Clusters of afflictions

How an affliction triggers another affliction Afflictions derived from ignorance Lack of faith, forgetfulness, non-introspective awareness Not monitoring thoughts, speech, physical actions Afflictions...

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More on seeds and latencies

Latent and manifest afflictions Perception and appearance Latencies of afflictions Underlying tendencies, manifest afflictions, actions Ethical conduct, concentration, wisdom as counterforces Seeds...

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Cherishing our enemies

How an open mind helps us to be free of anger and fear What forgiveness and fortitude mean Why we should be happy to have enemies Whether they have the intent to benefit us or not, our enemies should...

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The path to self-acceptance

Learn to let go of unrealistic expectations and develop good qualities by practicing self-acceptance and celebrating others' talents.

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Developing a relationship with Vajrasattva

Vajrasattva practice can help us to counteract our ignorance and afflictions.

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Am I good enough?

Feelings of inadequacy can be counteracted using the founding values of Sravasti Abbey.

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The power of afflictions and purification

Explaining the subtle levels of mind according to sutra and tantra, completing the section, "The Equlaity of Samsara and Nirvana" and starting the section, "Levels of Mind", from Chapter 12.

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Repentance chant

The repentance chant that is part of the bimonthly monastic confession ceremony.

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Seven-limb Prayer

Purifying and creating positive potential prepare our minds to grow in wisdom and understanding.

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Practices for preparing for death

A brief introduction to preparatory practices for death, including 7-point mind training (lojong) and taking and giving meditation (tonglen).

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