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Re: The space between self esteem and self compassion
To my mind, self-esteem derived from comparison with others is of a lower level, is weaker, and fleeting. Not to be highly reccomended. But also not the only option. The higher, more powerful, and mo… (View Post)
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Re: Bodhisattvas?
(Quote) Thank you for the question. Just some musings... I am not well-acquainted with the 'requirements' for being considered an 'official' Bodhisattva, either in Theravada or Mahayana. Maybe my per… (View Post)
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Re: Combining business with spirituality
I am wary of those that promote spirituality as a means to business or material advancement, thus making spirituality secondary and merely a means to a wordly end. That said, some or even many seem t… (View Post)2 -
Re: Unexpectedly bored during meditation
With breath meditation, my understanding is that all manner of thougts will arise and our practice is the same: gently return to the breath. It should be the same with body scans, gently return to sc… (View Post)
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Re: An online approach
Hey Robin, I applaud your wish to be part of a real life sangha. The Chan group in my city also has a meditation center in the countryside, around 1.5 hours from the city. However, they make efforts … (View Post)
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