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18 Compassion Meditation 2: Generating a Strong Will of Compassion for Action read by John Makransky
May 9, 202500:18:25Tap to summarize18 Compassion Meditation 2: Generating a Strong Will of Compassion for Action read by John Makransky by Shambhala Publications
Transcribe →19 Tong-len Meditation 1, Supported by a Field of Care: Taking Your Own Painful Feelings into Compassion read by John Makransky
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Transcribe →20 Tong-len Meditation 1, Supported by Compassionate Presence to Feelings: Taking Your Own Painful Feelings into Compassion read by John Makransky
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Transcribe →05 Walking Meditation read by John Makransky
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Orient audiobook sample
Apr 22, 2025Tap to summarizeJoin renowned author David Hinton on two walks into the wild beauty and archaeological ruins of the desert Southwest, where he maps the edges of consciousness and our place in the Cosmos. Walks in the desert and journeys through Ch’an (Zen) enlightenment. Meditations on the nature of perception and on the nature of ruins. Topographies of mind and of space-time. Poetry and prose. This talismanic book is all of these and more. It is the culmination of Hinton’s philosophical adventure, deeply informed by his nearly forty years of translating and contemplating China’s ancient poets, Taoist sages, and Ch’an masters. Like Henry David Thoreau and other great literary walkers, Hinton joins philosophical meditations with a keen eye for the slightest of nature’s details. In following these walks, we journey into wondrous and even ecstatic clarities about the nature of mind and existence itself.
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Wisdom Stories of Tibet audiobook sample
Feb 25, 202500:06:35Tap to summarizeThe magic, mystery, and wisdom of Tibet come alive in this collection of 14 tales with timeless life lessons for kids (ages 6+) read by author, Laura Burges. From the magical mountains and valleys of Tibet, these Buddhist-themed folk tales for kids offer a captivating view into the lore and wisdom of Tibetan culture and tradition. Buddhism and its profound effect on Tibet's people and culture is reflected in these stories, each of which is imbued with life lessons for all ages. Threaded through these tales are the teachings of the Buddha and the special quality and relationship that Tibetans have with the mountains, trees, rocks, rivers, and sky. The collection features tales of renowned Tibetan Buddhist figures such as: Songsten Gampo, the king known as the reincarnation of the Buddha of Compassion, and how even a small creature like a mouse can have a big impact on the world Yeshe Tsogyal, the Mother of Tibet whose teachings have guided generations on the path of love and insight Gesar of Ling, the 12th-century super-human warrior king of Tibet, a shining inspiration for overcoming life's obstacles Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, the great teacher who brought the teachings of Buddhism to Tibet Recounted with humor and cleverness, the stories feature animals and archers, spirits and deities, bodhisattvas and dakinis, lamas and rulers, heroes and heroines—and highlight the mystical power of the natural world. Running time: 2 hours, 41 minutes
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Open Heart, Clear Mind audiobook sample
Feb 13, 202500:04:56Tap to summarizeAn open heart is the dwelling place of compassion that extends toward all beings; a clear mind is the source of the penetrating wisdom of deep insight. Their union leads to the enlightened way of life that is at the heart of the spiritual path as taught by the Buddha. This practical introduction to the Buddha's teachings focuses on the application of Buddhist psychology to modern life. Thubten Chodron, an American Buddhist nun, presents the basic points of this path for understanding ourselves and improving the quality of our lives. Writing with warmth, humor, and easy-to-understand language, Chodron provides the fundamental points of the Buddha's teaching on transforming habitual attitudes and realizing our full human potential. Running time: 5 hours, 59 minutes
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Growing Self-Compassionate Children audiobook sample
Feb 5, 202500:04:51Tap to summarizeSelf-compassion—being kind to yourself when things are hard—is a valuable quality for parents to model and to cultivate in their children—and studies show that it also builds emotional resilience.This guide for parents explains the benefits of teaching children about self-compassion, and it offers advice, encouragement, and practices to enrich family life. Wendy O’Leary and Louise Shanagher, who have an extensive background and expertise in mindfulness, children’s education, and psychology, introduce the basic concepts of self-compassion, along with the benefits and the research that supports the practice.In communicating self-compassion to children, the authors emphasize the importance of focusing on a child’s inherent value rather than on their external achievements and specify the benefits of “self-compassion” over “self-esteem.” Crucially, they show us that self-compassion also includes an embodied, felt sense of deep care and love for ourselves.
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Diligence audiobook sample
Dec 10, 202400:06:10Tap to summarizeDiligence is the essential quality to inspire joy and openheartedness for Buddhist practice and daily life. As one of the six paramitas or perfections that are fundamental for following the bodhisattva path and helping others, diligence can profoundly impact our lives. In this commentary focused on the Diligence Chapter from Shantideva’s eighth-century classic The Way of the Bodhisattva, Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche illuminates how diligence is the inner vigor that sparks enthusiasm despite difficulty, the dynamic armor that protects against laziness, and the inner strength that aims to meet the world with joy and openheartedness. He explores traditional teachings on diligence, like the three kinds of laziness, the two strengths, rebirth, and the nature of emptiness, and shows how diligence combined with joy can lead us to success in every endeavor. Running time: 7 hours, 15 minutes
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