Ausgehend von der Erläuterung der vier edlen Wahrheiten werden insbesondere vedana und Begehren als Ursache von Leiden betrachtet. Zitiert wird aus MN9.

Learning to use mindful attention to unskillful and skillful state of mind is crucial for continuity of our practice in daily life

In times of uncertainty and constant stimulation, the heart needs a reliable place to rest. This talk explores the Buddhist teaching of refuge as the foundation for practice and transformation. We begin by reflecting on where we habitually seek safety, and why many forms of refuge prove unstable. From there, the talk introduces the deeper meaning of taking refuge in the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha—as sources of inner steadiness, guidance, and connection. Refuge is not escape, but a way of coming home to what can truly support awakening and compassionate engagement. (This teaching comes from the Clear Dharma Sangha, an online community exploring how to live the Dharma in everyday life.)

In this talk, we explore how our stress, emotions, and habits don’t arise randomly but depend on specific conditions. By learning to recognize and understand these conditions in meditation and daily life, we begin to loosen reactivity and cultivate the causes for greater freedom and peace.

Practicing the Noble 8 fold path can lead to experiencing a lot of joy in our practice and daily life. Joy serves as a basis & support for awakening; as a signpost to our progress, and an anti-dote to suffering