Foundations of Buddhist Practice: The Benefits of Contemplating Karma
In this episode, John Bruna offers practical instruction on how to relate to the Buddhist view of Karma (actions and their consequences) in a healthy and practical way.
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The Determination to End Suffering
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 November 18, 2015. The teachings are always offered freely. If you would like to make a secure, tax-deductible donation to support the teachings, please…
Samsara, Nirvana, and Buddha Nature: The Mental Affliction of Anger
In this session, spiritual director John Bruna gives an in-depth teaching on the root affliction of anger. He describes the Buddhist view of anger as a very destructive mental state for ourselves and how it also leads to harmful behaviors toward others. John finishes this session by encouraging us all to practice patience which is…
Foundations of Buddhist Practice: How to Structure a Meditation Session
In this session, spiritual director John Bruna discusses how to structure a meditation session to have it be an effective practice that can transform our Dharma practice into the entirety of our life.
Expectations – the Source of our Suffering?
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 February 17, 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: The Benefits of Bodhicitta
In this session, spiritual director John Bruna talks about how bodhicitta is the foundation of the Mahayana path of Buddhism. He spends time during this teaching speaking about the benefits of great compassion that engages in actions to free all sentient beings from samsara.
Wheel Turning Day
John Bruna of the Way of Compassion Dharma Center offers a special commentary and celebratory teaching on the Wheel Turning Day. This day celebrates the Buddha’s first teaching on the 4 noble truths.
