Buddhist Wisdom, Modern Life

How to prepare to take refuge? (part 3 of 3)


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If you’ve decided to take refuge (become a Buddhist), what should you do to get ready? It’s not rocket science, but this is a significant commitment, so here are some ideas for anyone who wants to take this step.

If you’ve ever wondered how to become a Buddhist, this episode is for you! My friend and colleague Loppon Yudron Wangmo shares her insights on what refuge means – and if you want to take refuge with her, live on Zoom, then register at the link below.

Register to take refuge: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/o1p1l8

Watch part 1: https://youtu.be/wfxfQNiaj-Y

Watch part 2: https://youtu.be/Z2IVf6yKmPQ

Some recommended reading (affiliate links):

What Makes You Not a Buddhist, https://amzn.to/3D5cMpi

Words of My Perfect Teacher, https://amzn.to/36bZN9j

Buddhism: Introducing the Buddhist Experience, updated: https://amzn.to/36kvIEn, older (less expensive): https://amzn.to/3JzjBll

Loppon-la’s refuge video: https://youtu.be/R8LCpYo-ARQ

Learn more about Mayum Mountain and join their mailing list: https://www.mayummountain.net/

And get Loppon-la’s wonderful novels (they’re written for young adults, but I enjoyed them a lot!): https://amzn.to/3KNiFdb

May you and all beings be well.

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