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Self, Non-Self, and the Four Kinds of Clinging
In Buddhism, a self is created every time we engage in any of the four kinds of clinging (upadana). This is something we do repeatedly as we go about our day, and it is because of this that we are unable to enjoy any kind…
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How to Be Strong
Worry can make it impossible to enjoy life. Whether it is fears about our financial situation, our health, our relationships, or our future, it can all appear so scary and threatening. We yearn for reassurance that everything is going to be OK. We therefore look…
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Begin Again
Though we live in a world that dreams of ending that always seems about to give in something that will not acknowledge conclusion insists that we forever begin. Brendan Kennelly – Begin I started this website about 16 years ago. I have been neglecting it…