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Dharma Talks
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2019-12-24
The Four Noble Truths
63:26
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Ajahn Sucitto
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When we cultivate awakening, the first thing we awaken to is dukkha. Burdens that have been clung to remain in the heart. Incline towards what arises with acceptance and goodwill. When we experience contact without clinging, fighting or fascination, the tide washes over and what’s left is inner peace.
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Uttama Bodhi Vihara
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Retreat with Ajahn Sucitto
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2019-12-23
The Four Brahmavihāras
67:38
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Ajahn Sucitto
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The 4 measureless states serve as powerful gates out of the personalized realm. They guide our actions and responses, making it possible to shift our kamma by generating new patterns. Their cultivation results in physical health, vitality, happiness, good friendship and serene heart.
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Uttama Bodhi Vihara
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Retreat with Ajahn Sucitto
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2019-12-23
Duties towards Dhamma in Lay Life
66:36
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Ajahn Sucitto
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As we return to the duties of lay life, we are encouraged to incorporate duties towards the Dhamma. Structure in reference points that remind you to be mindful and skillful – daily meditation, association with kalyāṇamitta, and cultivation of pāramī are recommended. Be vigilant, stay awake, don’t go into automatic. If you don’t shape your own life, the world will shape it for you.
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Uttama Bodhi Vihara
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Retreat with Ajahn Sucitto
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2019-12-22
It’s the Tone that Counts
62:25
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Ajahn Sucitto
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The habituated ways of the personality – craving to become good enough, burdened with self-criticism and fear – won’t bring about liberation. Citta, that which can be liberated, becomes available when the tone of our lives is warm, encouraging, compassionate. Relax the doing and tune into the receptive. The theme of practice is to feel comfortable.
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Uttama Bodhi Vihara
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Retreat with Ajahn Sucitto
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