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A balanced state of mind depends on the way you pour a cup of tea ~ Chogyam Trungpa
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Today is 4/20. While pot use is finding new acceptance across America, this Buddhist explains why they kicked it to the curb. buff.ly/2HP6bCq
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In the modern world, where the pursuit of money is considered more important than the cultivation of inner values a fresh approach is required to incorporate secular ethics or universal values into the system of education.
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In walking meditation, you are not walking to get anyplace . . . The challenge is, can you be fully with this step, with this breath? —Jon Kabat-Zinn goo.gl/Gprhnr
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“Do not try to pinpoint the consciousness, to precisely define it or limit it. It is a very subtle, immaterial object. But with a relaxed mind, we can begin to sense the process of consciousness.” —@onedharma goo.gl/ExHYMJ
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"There needs to be understanding that anger never helps to solve a problem. it destroys our peace of mind and blinds our ability to think clearly." @DalaiLama
Photo @olivieradam07 #buddhism #Tibet #wisdom #photography #Buddha
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Lovingkindness practice aims towards “radiating kindness over the entire world, spreading [it] upwards to the skies and downwards to the depths, outwards and unbounded, free from hatred and ill will.” —the Metta Sutta goo.gl/wA5mrq
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There is a saying that the best #meditation is the one which you do. There is no wrong way to do it. If you’ve had the desire to try to meditate but are unsure how, begin now in this moment: be where you are, close your eyes, and take a deep breath.
#Mindfulness #TuesdayThoughts
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“ ‘Dukkha’ doesn’t only mean suffering; it also means unsatisfactoriness, which is a much wider term and embraces everything we experience” - Ayya Khema #spirituality #Buddhism #Quotes
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The freedom that Buddhism offers can’t be found if you don’t ask questions — about the teachings, the teachers, and yourself. buff.ly/2FnDHlf
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The power of love and service in the Himalayas: upaya.org/social-action/noma…
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"A protector and guardian, she is fully engaged with life." buff.ly/2oTl5j0
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The fact that you are at this moment listening to the profound Dharma is the fruit of merits accumulated over innumerable kalpas. [Words of my Perfect Teacher]
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Concentration is “right” when it demonstrates the feasibility of training the mind, when it supports the investigation of impermanence, when it erodes selfish preoccupation, and when it reveals the benefits of surrender. —@Mepstein108
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“We need intentions for the long view. We set and reaffirm our best intentions to keep us inclining in the directions we truly mean to go. But, we need motivations to keep us going over the long haul.” —@ThuptenJinpaLa goo.gl/PcbmxC
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Pro tip: Slow down or speed up any everyday activity (walking, putting away dishes, shoveling snow etc.) by 10% & it becomes meditation. But don't try it in the bathroom. #Mindfulness #zen
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"Awakening self-compassion is often the greatest challenge people face on the spiritual path." - @TaraBrach
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The very purpose of spirituality is self-discipline. Rather than criticizing others, we should evaluate and criticize ourselves. Ask yourself, what am I doing about my anger, my attachment, my pride, my jealousy? These are the things we should check in our day to day lives.