Monthly Archives: December 2014

Steadfast

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Tashi Nyima

At all times, do not lose courage in your inner awareness; uplift yourself, while assuming a humble position in your outer demeanor. Follow the example of the life and complete liberation of previous accomplished masters. Do not blame your past … Continue reading →

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The Best

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Tashi Nyima

The best spiritual teacher is one who attacks yours hidden faults. The best instructions are the ones that hit those faults. The best friends are mindfulness and vigilance. The best incentives are enemies, obstacles, and sufferings of illness. The best … Continue reading →

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The Origin of All Demons

Posted on December 29, 2014 by Tashi Nyima

The origin of all demons is in the mind. When awareness holds on and embraces any outer object, it is in the hold of a demon. ―Machig Labdrön

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The Path of Nonviolence

Posted on December 28, 2014 by Tashi Nyima

To obtain real peace and happiness in this world one has simply to follow the path of ahimsa –nonviolence– which is common to all religions. If we do not like to experience any pain or suffering of any kind, how … Continue reading →

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Five Watchwords

Posted on December 27, 2014 by Tashi Nyima

Confess your hidden faults. Approach what you find repulsive. Help those you think you cannot help. Give anything to which you are attached. Go to the places that scare you. ―Machig Labdrön

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Three Limitless Seeds of Virtue

Posted on December 26, 2014 by Tashi Nyima

The three poisons continually arise in connection with three objects. Compulsive attachment arises for objects that are pleasant or useful; aversion arises for objects that are unpleasant or harmful; and indifference for other objects. Recognize these poisons as soon as … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2014 by Tashi Nyima

Feliz Navidad   Bon Nadal   Bo Nadal   Eguberri on   Eid Milad Majid   Joyeux Noël   Frohe Weihnachten   Feliz Natal   Счастливого рождества   Sheng Dan Kuai Le   Hyvää Joulua   Mele Kalikimaka   God Jul   Schöni Wiehnachte   Śubh krisamas   Chag Molad Sameach   Веселого Різдва   Nadolig Llawen   … Continue reading →

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Remedies

Posted on December 24, 2014 by Tashi Nyima

Attachment arises from want of satisfaction. Aversion arises from dissatisfaction. Indifference arises from confusion.   Attachment is hard to conquer. Aversion is easier to conquer. Indifference is hardest to conquer.   Right Conduct conquers attachment. Right Concentration conquers aversion. Right … Continue reading →

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Aspirations & Practice

Posted on December 23, 2014 by Tashi Nyima

Individuals who cultivate in their mind-stream aspirations and practice for universal enlightenment are followers of the Great Vehicle (Mahayana). Individuals who cultivate in their mind-stream aspirations and practice for personal liberation are followers of the Lesser Vehicle (Hinayana). If they … Continue reading →

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Five Facts

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Tashi Nyima

There are these five facts that one should reflect on often, whether one is a woman or a man, lay or ordained. Which five? “I am subject to aging; I have not gone beyond aging.” This is the first fact … Continue reading →

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