Reflections on how to live a meaningful life inspired by "The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying" by Sogyal Rinpoche and teachings from other Buddhist masters
Posted in Buddhism, Contemplation, Uncategorized, zz Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche on Sep 25th, 2010
I am presently on my way back home from a six week retreat with my teacher Sogyal Rinpoche at Lerab Ling, France. Right now I am visiting family in Munich and in a few days I will return back home to Hawaii. As you may have noticed it has been a little challenging to keep [...]
Posted in Contemplation, Freedom on Jan 31st, 2010
The word “freedom” is often used in the modern world. In my last post, I brought up the question: “What does freedom truly mean?” When I reflected on this question myself, what came to my mind were things like free time. Having no obligations or commitments. Being free to do what I want to do. [...]
Posted in Contemplation, Freedom on Jan 29th, 2010
Freedom is not only an important theme in the Buddhist teachings but is also a very popular word these days. There are so many ways to think of it. In the modern world freedom is considered to be a fundamental right of every human being. The right of the individual to pursue happiness is mentioned [...]
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