Jampal Norbu gives a brief introduction to the four kayas, and the significance of emptiness as guardian against samsara’s influence. The fourteenth verse of lojong, “Meditate upon illusory appearance as the four kayas. This is the unsurpassable protection of emptiness” takes the relative understanding of bodhichitta and opens it to the greater implications of just how far this practice can take us. Theme music by Matt Quentin.

Jampal Norbu looks into the importance of taking responsibility for the activity of our own minds, without succumbing to self-aggression. The twelfth verse of lojong, “Realize all faults spring from one source” is a difficult verse to adopt into practice, but it gives rise to empowering results. Theme music by Matt Quentin.

Jampal Norbu opens up the third point of mind training - transforming adversity into the path of enlightenment. The chapters starts with the eleventh verse of lojong, ‘When the world is full of evil, transform misfortune into the path of awakening”, which speaks to the stoic quality of taking all challenges as opportunities to grow in the practice of dharma. Theme music by Matt Quentin.

Jampal Norbu explores the application of tonglen within everyday life - especially in relationship with our selves. The tenth verse of Lojong, “Begin the sequence of taking with oneself”, is a potent slogan for caregivers who know what is required to relate with the suffering of those around them. This episode is the second of a two-part look at how tonglen can be applied within caregiving, and to honor those caregivers who regularly extend beyond themselves. Theme music by Matt Quentin.

Jampal Norbu explores the application of tonglen within everyday life - especially in relationship to oneself. The tenth verse of lojong, “Begin the sequence of taking with oneself“, is a potent slogan for caregivers who know what is required to relate with the suffering of those around them. This verse is the first in a two part look at how tonglen can be applied within caregiving, and to honor those who regularly extend beyond themselves. Theme music by Matt Quentin

Jampal Norbu explores the necessity of mind training as a living practice through developing a deeper understanding of the lojong slogans. The diligent application of self reflection and the nature of mind will lead us to experience freedom from ego attachment and the afflictive emotions. It is, however, up to the individual to explore what that means directly. Theme music by Matt Quentin

Jampal Norbu examines how dharma practice is meant to transform negative emotions. The goal of a Buddhist path is to transform negative states of mind instead of avoiding or denying them. The path to freedom begins with simple sitting practice which allows us to identify neurotic states of mind. With some stabilization of that capacity we can employ the Lojong teachings to find true benefit. Theme music by Matt Quentin

Jampal Norbu shares his personal reflections on tonglen practice, the exchange of self for others. By emphasizing bodhichitta, and the teachings on the four noble truths, Jampal looks at the qualities of tonglen practice, which have made the greatest impact on him. Theme music by Matt Quentin

Renowned author and meditator Ani Pema Chodron answers questions and gives advice on the practice of tonglen. Tonglen is the exchange of self for others and is considered one of the greatest practices within Mahayana Buddhism. With characteristic good humor and kindness Ani Pema addresses the difficulties of the practice, its counterintuitive approach to transforming habitual thinking and it’s profound result. Theme music by Matt Quentin