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Going Slowly – Dharma Talk Video – September 8, 2019
How many times do we become irritated when someone isn’t going as fast as we think they should, or who isn’t performing according to our standards? Are we like these drivers in our fictitious story? Do we take the time to consider there might be extenuating circumstances why someone is not doing things in a…
Five Implements of Skillful Means for Entry to the Dharma
Zeal, Vigor, Mindfulness, Discernment, Single-Mindedness These Five Implements were presented by Chih-i in his “Essentials for Practicing Calming and Insight and Dhyana Meditation” Zeal – First a person much possess the desire, the willingness to change something. Without this aspiring to change there is no initial cause for implementation. Vigor – Next a person must approach the task with effort, and a willingness to accomplish the task without letting up. Not being afraid to challenge…