Four Noble Truths Introduction
John Bruna provides an introduction to the Four Noble Truths. This is the first teaching in a series of teachings and guidance on the Four Noble Truths as presented by His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
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Approaching Buddhism: Mind, Rebirth, and Self
John Bruna, the spiritual director of the Way of Compassion Dharma Center, unpacks a section of text from the book “Approaching Buddhism” by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Venerable Thubten Chödron. John discusses the Buddhist understanding that the body and mind are not the same and that the brain is not the mind. He…
Getting Somewhere on the Path of Dharma
Way of Compassion Foundation Dharma Talk facilitated by John Bruna. The Dharma teachings are hosted by the Way of Compassion Dharma Center in Carbondale, Colorado. The date of this teaching was on January 6, 2016. The teachings are always offered freely. If you would like to make a secure, tax-deductible donation to support the teachings, please…
How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path: Cultivating Bodhicitta
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna offers a variety of techniques for developing equanimity for three different categories of people: Friends, enemies, and strangers. He describes how to meet ourselves where we are at and encourages us to expand our circle of loving care to those who are strangers or who have harmed us.
Samsara, Nirvana, and Buddha Nature: The Three Marks of Existence
In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna offers a clarifying discussion about the three marks of existence. He describes practical ways to engage with these three realities that will lead to less suffering in our lives. John also answers a variety of questions about meditation practice and encourages some different daily practices that can help…
Seven-Point Mind Training – Session 17
Our Way of Compassion Dharma Center’s regular Wednesday teaching facilitated by John Bruna. This is the 17th session in a series of teachings by John Bruna on Seven-Point Mind Training hosted by the Way of Compassion Dharma Center in Carbondale, CO USA. This teaching continues on the third point, using unfavorable circumstances as aids to…
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John Bruna finishes a series on the Six Perfections. In this video John relates these perfections and how to apply them to challenging situations.
