Compassion

Foundation for Development of Equanimity In order to generate the enlightening aim of bodhichitta with which we wish to attain enlightenment in order to benefit all living beings, it is first necessary to develop a sense of equanimity and an equal attitude toward everyone. If...

(1) Through my constructive act of having (reflected upon and) composed Engaging in Bodhisattva Behavior, may all wandering beings become (adornments for the world,) engaged in the behavior of bodhisattvas. (2) As many beings as there are in all directions, diseased with...

Using traditional examples, Tsenshap Serkong Rinpoche explains the graded path, emphasizing the importance of appreciating and taking full advantage of our precious human life.

The true source of happiness is thinking, speaking and acting in constructive, compassionate ways.

This Theravada sutta is one of the most complete sets of instructions on how to use the practice of loving-kindness to reach enlightenment. It can be found in the “Sutta Nipata,” the collection of sermons of the Buddha.

To find and implement realistic ways to overcome suffering, we need to deconstruct false appearances and, thereby, see reality.

The four steps for gathering and helping others gain maturity.

Mantras are a tool we can use to keep focused on a positive state of mind.

Disturbing emotions are those that make us lose peace of mind and self-control.

Compassion is the most stable when based on the natural closeness and affection between mother and newborn and on the equality of everyone in wanting to be happy.