Bob Thurman, a leading scholar in Indo-Tibetan Buddhism and president of Tibet House US, dives into the idea of finding bliss through understanding reality. He discusses his book, Wisdom is Bliss, explaining how our civilization's fear shapes our lives. Thurman shares four transformative facts, emphasizing responsibility and a shift from self-centeredness to altruism. The conversation highlights love as the essence of reality, advocating for compassion and mindfulness as pathways to true happiness. Dive into insights that challenge conventional thinking and inspire personal growth!
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Choosing Your Nature
People have both good and bad sides within them.
We can choose which side to feed, similar to choosing which wolf to feed in the parable.
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Fear-Based Civilization
Modern civilization is largely based on fear, influencing our dependence on leaders and fear of reality.
This fear-based conditioning can lead to apathy and a lack of responsibility.
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Reality's Goodness
Reality is fundamentally good, and we experience consequences based on our actions.
We should strive to create positive outcomes by acting responsibly and considering future generations.
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In 'Wisdom Is Bliss', Robert Thurman leads readers on a journey through Buddha's threefold curriculum of 'super-education', presenting Buddhism as a direct experience rather than a belief system. The book emphasizes the importance of personal realization and the pursuit of happiness through understanding the true nature of reality.
Bob Thurman is a professor of Indo-Tibetan Buddhist Studies in the Department of Religion at Columbia University. He’s also the President of the Tibet House US, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Tibetan civilization. He’s also the President of the American Institute of Buddhist Studies.
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