We start any new activity by generating our motivation. We do this at the beginning of the day, the beginning of a project, or the beginning of a meditation session. We do this because our motivation is the prime factor that will determine……

Practising the Dharma means transforming our minds. Mental transformation is difficult and does not happen quickly. We have a lot of old habits, one of which is telling ourselves, “I can’t change, my bad habits are too ingrained. I’m just……

Our mind is befuddled by the four distorted conceptions: (1) Seeing things that are impermanent as permanent, (2) Seeing things that are foul as pure, (3) Seeing things that are in the nature of dukkha as pleasurable, and……

Being mindful of impermanence and death encourages us to examine how we use our physical and mental energy and what makes for a valuable use of our time. When I look at the things I think about all day, I recognise that they are……

It is good for people to help by reminding each other about things, such as their posture. I certainly would want someone to remind me to stand up straight if I am slouching. So, we must learn to take these tips as reminders instead of……