The Six Perfections – Session 10
John Bruna finishes a series on the Six Perfections. In this video John relates these perfections and how to apply them to challenging situations.
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In this session, spiritual director John Bruna continues to offer commentary on the text “Following in the Buddha’s Footsteps”. He expands the depth of understanding about the hindrance of sensual desire by offering clarity of how our addictions and attachments prevent us from engaging in a meaningful spiritual journey.
Eightfold Path in Daily Life – Session 3
Way of Compassion Foundation Dharma Talk facilitated by John (Chophel) Bruna. Topic: Eightfold Path in Daily Life – Session Three. In this session John covers a review of the first three Noble Truths and Right View and Right Intention. The Dharma teachings are hosted by the Way of Compassion Dharma Center in Carbondale, Colorado. The date…
Approaching Buddhism: The Eight Verses of Mind Training
In this session, John Bruna, the spiritual director of the Way of Compassion Dharma Center, offers a helpful modern perspective on the Eight Verses of Mind Training as presented in the Tibetan Buddhist lineages. He specifically speaks about how recognizing other sentient beings as precious for our journey to spiritual awakening. With the thought of…
Samsara, Nirvana, and Buddha Nature: A Mind of Clear Comprehension
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Foundation of Buddhist Practice: The Two Truths
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How to Practice – Session 1
John Bruna begins teaching and commentary on the text ‘How To Practice’ by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. During this session, John offers an introduction to the text and focuses in on the topic of the suffering of change.
