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How Can We Bounce Back? Understanding Trauma and Resilience in Tibetan Buddhism

Posted on May 10, 2023 by webmaven

The following article addresses an age-old problem that we all face sooner or later. How can we keep going in the face of trauma, or even everyday setbacks and discouragement? The Tibetans have suffered incredible hardship at the hands of … Continue reading →

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Death: An Inside Story

Posted on April 16, 2023 by webmaven

“In a way, what you refer to as life, right now, is like soap bubbles being blown. A rock, a plant, and a human being are all like soap bubbles of different kinds. The layer of covering of the bubbles … Continue reading →

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What is the Best Way to Truly Help Others as They Die?

Posted on April 1, 2023 by webmaven

I truly value the Tibetan Buddhist teachings on death and dying. Like most Yogic practices, they have developed over centuries of  deep examination and  practice. Below is a quick read, but an invaluable resource for all hospice workers, clinicians and … Continue reading →

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‘I’ve been associated with caring for over 10,000 people at the end of their lives.’ Dr Kathryn Mannix

Posted on February 21, 2023 by webmaven

I am totally enjoying the The Dying Matters Podcast It is really well done, very interesting and covers a wide range of topics. Currently listening to this episode with Dr. Kathryn Mannix, which I would highly recommend!  

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Importance of Death Rituals

Posted on February 16, 2023 by webmaven

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Cultivating Everyday Compassion Pema Chodron

Posted on February 5, 2023 by webmaven

“These days, many of us feel anxiety and gloom when we look around or read the news. This is natural and understandable, but at the same time it’s important to find ways to cultivate optimism. As it says in an … Continue reading →

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