Jul
18
Within the reach of wisdom
Practicing Dharma is a search for the truth.
It is a path of inquiry, trying to understand who we are
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Greg Patenaude
Buddhist teacher, writer, lifelong learner and explorer dedicated to figuring out this thing we call life.
May
26
Equanimity: The Middle Way Between Pessimism and Optimism
If we want to build a better future, we need to change how we relate to the world.
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May
12
The problem of suffering.
In his first sermon, the Buddha taught that the entry-way to a spiritual practice started with the truth of suffering.
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Apr
30
New book: Secret Path of the Siddhas
My teacher's latest book is now available!
It's a practical guide to the practice of Mahamudra and Dzogchen, two of
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Mar
24
In this posture.
In this posture,
resting in the innate dignity of the ground of being,
sitting with presence,
with integrity,
ever-present awareness
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Jan
17
Ontology of the self.
Attention is fundamental to our experience of being in the world.
What we pay attention to and how we pay
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Nov
26
Regenerative Dharma Network
This is a whitepaper for creating a regenerative Dharma network (DharmaDAO) that supports the flourishing of the Dharma in our world.
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Nov
14
Sitting with dignity.
Meditation is a practice of showing up for ourselves and for others. It is a practice of familiarizing ourselves with
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Oct
28
End State Goals
Sometimes we need reminders for what our daily practice is for. It's too easy to get lost in the busyness
Oct
25
Union of Shamatha and Vipashyana
Meditation is the science of training the mind. It is a vehicle for recognizing our true nature and understanding the
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