Identifying the object of negation when we meditate on emptiness is difficult simply because it is present much of the time. We live much of our lives grasping at things that appear inherently existent, especially ourselves, but it is hard to recognise this because it... read more
The pleasantness or unpleasantness of something, goodness or badness, happiness or suffering are all completely dependent on the situation. The desirability of something does not exist inherently in that object but rather exists as a dependent arising, and depending... read more
Ironically, the nature of everything is change but we do not adapt to it very well. We are very much creatures of habit and routine, and often we get shaky when our routine gets disrupted. We have been changing since we were born, things keep on changing, and yet we... read more
As Dharma practitioners, we all start out hearing the same teachings. But I have noticed that after some years of everybody getting the same basic teachings, some people are interested in particular teachings and practices, while others are more interested in other... read more
Kindness is highly regarded throughout the world and is valuable from any perspective, but sometimes we have inner difficulties with letting our kindness shine through. One of the biggest problems is a critical or judgmental mind that is always generating commentary... read more
