Karma and Karmic Traces

Om Mani Padme Hum for world peace

Bodhicaryāvatāra: Chapter II — Confession of Negativity

 Chapter 1 — The Benefits of Bodhicitta

Though I entered the sacred lineage of accomplishment through the power of my prayers, due to my lack of effort my life has turned out meaningless and is now vanishing. I had wanted to act in an honest manner, but now I am in despair and have seen many like me. Out of renunciation I composed these thirty pieces of heart advice.

For centuries Tibetan Buddhists have used suffering as a friend and were able to extract benefit from it. Let's explore some ways you can use them too. Originally published in https://medium.com/the-nature-of-mind

Tibetans consider death as an ongoing transition in the cycle of life. Thinking about death, which is imminent, reminds us about the preciousness of our lives and encourages us to live meaningfully in the service of others. Originally published at https://medium.com/the-nature-of-mind