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Delve into the transformative teachings of Padmasambhava as they explore resilience, mindfulness, and the journey of personal growth. Discover how awareness can unravel internal obstacles like greed and hatred, leading to true happiness. Topics include confronting past trauma and the healing power of emotional release, while practical exercises inspire deeper self-understanding. Celebrate the significance of present moment awareness and its ability to foster profound change in everyday life.

Dive into the remarkable life of Yeshe Tsogyal, a key figure in Buddhist history, as her journey unfolds through societal challenges and profound insights. Explore the transformative power of ethical teachings in Buddhism and how they guide personal growth. Discover personal anecdotes that reveal the importance of love and facing consequences. The discussion also highlights the significance of engaging with core Buddhist principles, ensuring they are treated as living treasures rather than passive concepts.

Discover how to prepare for spiritual teachings and meet reality with humility and courage. Journey through art as compassion unfolds in Rembrandt's works, transforming perspectives. Embrace the unknown on your path, navigating anxiety with open-mindedness. Explore the importance of genuine spiritual connections and how silence enhances relationships. Delve into the significance of bowing and spiritual lineage, recognizing gratitude's role in deepening your practice.

Ksantikara delves us deeper into the mandala of the five Buddhas by. evoking the mystery, power and courage of the deep-green Buddha Amoghasiddhi. Ksantikara extols us to be brave enough to encounter the depths of our being. And from the depths to gather the power to act, to move towards enlightenment and set ourselves free. Given at London Buddhist Centre as part of the series The Symbolic World of the Five Buddha Mandala, 2019. *** Subscribe to our Free Buddhist Audio podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. 3,000,000 downloads and counting!Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts Bite-sized inspiration three times every week. Subscribe using these RSS feeds or search for Free Buddhist Audio or Dharmabytes in your favorite podcast service! Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone: donate now! Follow Free Buddhist Audio: YouTube  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Facebook  |  Soundcloud  

Padmasagara, a speaker known for his deep insights into Buddhist teachings, discusses Buddha Amitabha and the essence of compassion. He shares three captivating stories that illustrate Amitabha's radiant love and the transformative power of true compassion. The dialogue explores the Bodhisattva ideal, emphasizing selflessness in the journey toward enlightenment. One poignant tale involves Kissa Gotami, who learns about impermanence and finds solace through her grief, ultimately discovering enlightenment.

Allow life to flourish in the realm of Ratnasambhava. Garavavati explores the symbols, wisdom and transformational power of the yellow Buddha in the southern realm of the Five Buddha Mandala. This talk was given on London Buddhist Centre’s Winter Retreat, 2022. *** Subscribe to our Free Buddhist Audio podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. 3,000,000 downloads and counting!Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts Bite-sized inspiration three times every week. Subscribe using these RSS feeds or search for Free Buddhist Audio or Dharmabytes in your favorite podcast service! Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone: donate now! Follow Free Buddhist Audio: YouTube  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Facebook  |  Soundcloud  

Vajrapriya, a distinguished speaker, explores the profound symbolism of Akshobhya, shedding light on how to transform hatred into mirror-like wisdom. They delve into the process of converting negative emotions into compassion, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection in personal growth. Listeners are guided through the journey from outrage to understanding, highlighting the value of recognizing our shared humanity. This engaging discussion offers practical insights for applying these powerful concepts in everyday life.

A clear and passionate talk, looking at bodhicitta and its twin aspects of love and letting go: wisdom and compassion. Maitrisiddhi explores the role of paradox and how we need to 'hold two necessary ideas together' without polarising between them. Given at Taraloka Retreat Centre as part of the Taraloka & Tiratanaloka online Great Gathering weekend, for women training for ordination and Order Members, 2021. *** Subscribe to our Free Buddhist Audio podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. 3,000,000 downloads and counting!Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts Bite-sized inspiration three times every week. Subscribe using these RSS feeds or search for Free Buddhist Audio or Dharmabytes in your favorite podcast service! Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone: donate now! Follow Free Buddhist Audio: YouTube  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Facebook  |  Soundcloud  

Dive into the enlightening discussion on the Bodhicaryavatara and the profound concept of Bodhicitta, likened to a magical elixir of transformation. Discover the inspiring life journey of Shantideva and his impactful teachings at Nalanda. Engage with the essence of embracing compassion and community resilience in challenging times. Explore the techniques of Tonglen meditation and the importance of viewing challenges as opportunities for growth. This talk intertwines personal stories with rich philosophical insights for a heartfelt spiritual journey.

Vessantara offers an introduction to the origin of the Bodhicitta in the brahma viharas, moves on from the blue sky to the refuges and an exploration of the view of scientific materialism. This talk was given in 2020 at Adhisthana as part of the series The Bodhicitta Practice which includes many led meditation practices. *** Subscribe to our Free Buddhist Audio podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. 3,000,000 downloads and counting!Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast:  On Apple Podcasts | On Spotify | On Google Podcasts Bite-sized inspiration three times every week. Subscribe using these RSS feeds or search for Free Buddhist Audio or Dharmabytes in your favorite podcast service! Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone: donate now! Follow Free Buddhist Audio: YouTube  |  Instagram  |  Twitter  |  Facebook  |  Soundcloud