Lam Rim: Intermediate stage and the 12 links of dependent origination
John Bruna continues to offer commentary and guidance around the Lam Rim teachings of Tibetan Buddhism. In this session, John goes through the 12 links of dependent origination.
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John Bruna of the Way of Compassion Dharma Center continues in this session 20 on commentary and teaching of the text ‘How To Practice’ by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. This precious text was created specifically for the western mind and offer clear and concise guidance on the path to Enlightenment. In this session,…
Seven-Point Mind Training – Nov 5, 2014
Way of Compassion Foundation Dharma Talk facilitated by John (Chophel) Bruna. Topic: Point 7 of the Seven-Point Mind Training. We are using the text of the same name written by B. Alan Wallace. In this talk, John covers the following: There are two actions on two occasions, at the beginning and at the end The…
How To Practice – Session 10
John Bruna provides commentary on the text ‘How To Practice’ by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. This is session 10 in the series.
Fundamentals of Buddhism
John Bruna teaches on the foundations of Buddhism. What does a path look like? What is the focus of Dharma? How do we engage with the three higher trainings? Listen in to this clear teaching on what it means to be a Buddhist.
The Six Perfections – Session 7
John Bruna continues to speak on the six perfections moving into the development of the perfection of concentration. He discusses how having a conducive environment, strong ethics, and few distractions are key for developing concentration. John also describes the reason for practicing rituals for developing the mind.
Approaching Buddhism: Mental Afflictions
In this session, spiritual director John Bruna discusses the different aspects of fear and anger as mentally afflictive states and wisdom. He offers clarity and guidance on the tendency to exaggerate situations as an important aspect of identifying afflictive fear and anger. John also gives practical guidance on how to respond to the events of…