Category Archives: Intention

182 – The End of Suffering

Posted on August 22, 2011 by

The suttas assert that “human effort, properly directed, can put an end to all suffering and stress.” –Thanissaro Bhikkhu What is right effort and may it be directed? Right effort is the tool mindfulness uses to rescue us from unskillful … Continue reading →

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153 – Fourth Precept

Posted on May 14, 2011 by

I undertake to observe the training to abstain from false or hurtful speech. What does this mean? The Buddha had a lot to say about the importance of right speech and the harm unwise speech can cause. He said that … Continue reading →

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149 – A Good Practice

Posted on May 5, 2011 by

Gil Fronsdal of Insight Meditation Center of the Mid-Peninsula in Redmond City, California, recently gave a very short dharma talk on self-referential thinking. It’s a great practice tool and a terrific way to honor Wesak this month. You can find … Continue reading →

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143 – Attachment to Outcomes

Posted on April 26, 2011 by

This morning I received an email from a friend telling the following story: When I do laps in the pool I usually “save” as many bugs that are drowning in the pool as I can,  gently scooping them up and … Continue reading →

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