Living Clarity

Patient acceptance is much more than just gritting our teeth and putting up with things. In this podcast Gen-la explains that it is only by experiencing true patience that we will come to know the real freedom that it gives us. This extract is taken from a teaching given by Gen-la Dekyong at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, UK and is based on the book How to Solve our Human Problems by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. https://kadampa.org/book/how-to-solve-our-human-problems

“When the turbulence of distracting thoughts subsides and our mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arises from within.” In this podcast Kadam Morten encourages us to realize the truth of these words and explains how this experience sets us free. This teaching is based on the book How to Transform Your Life by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Available as a free ebook download.

A podcast to encourage us if we are feeling down on ourself. Through developing a realistic view of life's challenges and accepting them, we prepare the ground to deal with our problems. This is taken from a teaching given by KBH at Nagarjuna KMC Thornby Hall, UK and is based on the book How to Solve our Human Problems by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.

Self-cherishing is a state of mind that can be incredibly detrimental to our overall well-being. Despite this fact, it can be tricky to recognize as it often disguises itself as a friend. Gen Dornying offers valuable insight into the true nature of this mindset and helps us understand how it can lead us down the path of suffering. By exploring our relationship with self-cherishing, we can gain a better understanding of how it affects us and take steps towards a happier, healthier mindset. This extract is taken from a talk given by Gen Kelsang Dornying at KMC Edinburgh, Scotland It is based on the book The New Eight Steps to Happiness by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

As human beings, we share the fundamental desire of seeking happiness. However, it is crucial to understand that true happiness cannot be found unless we know how to achieve it. Gen-la Jampa, emphasizes the importance of following the advice of Buddha and utilizing logical reasoning to comprehend the path towards genuine happiness. By doing so, we can develop unshakable faith in this method and apply it in our daily lives. As a result, we can attain the happiness we seek and fulfill our desires. This extract is taken from a talk given by Gen-la Jampa at IKRC Grand Canyon, Arizona, US. It is based on the book Mirror of Dharma by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.

Kadam Lamrim possesses a unique quality - it is not exclusive to Buddhists and can be beneficial to people of all beliefs. Gen Ananda delves into the reasons behind this inclusive nature and offers guidance on how to incorporate the essence of Kadam Dharma into our day-to-day existence. By doing so, every moment of our lives becomes imbued with purpose and happiness.This extract is taken from a talk given by Gen Kelsang Ananda at KMC Stockholm, Sweden. It is based on the book Modern Buddhism by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Available as a free download from emodernbuddhism.com

Anger is a powerful emotion that can often leave us feeling helpless, frustrated, and out of control. However, Gen-la Dekyong gives us the good news that understanding why we get angry can actually be our greatest ally in developing a more constructive response to life's challenges. This extract is taken from a teaching given by Gen-la Dekyong at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, UK and is based on the book How to Solve our Human Problems by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.

This podcast offers encouragement to keep going and enjoy training in meditation, through recognising that we all have the potential for pure happiness and have found the conditions needed to realise that potential. This extract is taken from a teaching given by Kadam Morten at KMC NYC and is based on the book How to Transform Your Life by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. It is available as a free ebook download in seven languages at howtotyl.com

Based on the book How to Transform Your Life, Gen Tubchen explains why meditation is essential for peace and happiness. She helps us see that developing better external conditions will never bring lasting happiness, instead we need to develop good internal conditions - improving the quality of our minds. By enhancing the quality of our thoughts and emotions through meditation, we can create a foundation for true contentment and fulfilment in life. This extract is taken from a teaching given by Gen Tubchen at KMC Aberdeen, UK.

Kadam Bridget explains that practising patient acceptance reduces our pain and allows us to let go and feel happier. It is therefore an indispensable tool for developing mental strength. This is taken from a teaching given by Kadam Bridget Heyes at Nagarjuna KMC Thornby Hall, UK and is based on the book How to Solve our Human Problems by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.