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A Day in the Life of a Buddhist
Dr. Alexander Berzin, Matt Lindén
A brief look at the daily life of a Buddhist practitioner.
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His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s Message to COP26
The 14th Dalai Lama
Message from His Holiness the Dalai Lama on the occasion of the United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP26).
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5 Buddhist Principles to Help Run a Business
Yury Milyutin
How to run a business and carry out a project based on Buddhist principles.

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Why People Are Attracted to Buddhism
Dr. Alexander Berzin
People look to Buddhism to find methods for dealing with difficulties in their lives.
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Buddhist Advice on Death and Dying
The 14th Dalai Lama
Advice on how to face death and help those who are dying.
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Advice for Taking a Tantric Initiation
Dr. Alexander Berzin
The mechanism for how receiving an initiation prepares us for successful tantra practice.

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Advanced Studies
Obvious, Obscure and Extremely Obscure Phenomena
Dr. Alexander Berzin
These three types of comprehensible phenomena include all existent phenomena – all phenomena that can be validly known.
Alternative Kalachakra
Dr. Alexander Berzin
Alternative Kalachakra deals with the methods for overcoming being under the influence of the external and internal cycles of time. The Kalachakra Tantra presents these methods in its third, fourth and fifth chapters. The third chapter deals with the empowerment, the qualifications of the tantric master who confers it and the disciples, and the mandala from which the empowerment is given. The fourth chapter covers the generation stage practices and the fifth, the complete stage practices.
The Twelve Deeds of a Buddha
Dr. Alexander Berzin
A list of the 12 enlightening deeds of the 1,000 supreme Nirmanakaya Buddhas who will come to our universe during this fortunate eon.

Interviews

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Interview with Ringu Tulku

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Interview with Charok Lama
Matt Lindén
Charok Lama discusses how to stay calm in a busy world, the Tibetan tulku system, and the importance of understanding the fact that death will certainly come to everyone.
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Interview with Dhammananda Bhikkhuni
Matt Lindén
Dhammananda Bhikkhuni discusses her unique life path, the history of Buddhism in Thailand, and the importance of the five precepts.

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What Is Socially Engaged Buddhism?
Matt Lindén
Socially engaged Buddhism applies Buddhist principles to social, political, and environmental issues, using compassion and mindfulness to address both personal and collective suffering.
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The Importance of Self-Compassion
Matt Lindén
Self-compassion is a vital aspect of Buddhist practice. Treating ourselves with the same kindness that we extend to others builds a foundation for greater compassion toward all beings.
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Compassion in Action: A Buddhist Perspective
Matt Lindén
Explore how putting compassion into actual, everyday actions can relieve suffering, create social harmony, and propel us toward enlightenment.
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