Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 36

Less Work, More Dharma... Right Livelihood

Joe and Damien continue the Eightfold Path series with a discussion about Right Livelihood. 

00:00:10 Right Livelihood and considerations in the modern world. Karma and jobs. 

00:11:15 Virtuosity and the importance of balance. Trappings of the pursuit of wealth and the benefit of meritorious professions.  

00:18:08 Dzogchen, the Eightfold Path, wholesomeness, and wholeness. Henry David Thoreau quotes on wholeness, minimalism, and luxury. The Eight Worldly Concerns. Drenpa (mindfulness) and controlling our appetite. 

00:25:25 Contemplation on the nature of samsara. 

00:27:12 How to bring the most benefit to the job that you have. Garchen Rinpoche on work and practice. 

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