Venerable De Hong knows about trauma. On the list of ACE or adverse childhood experiences, Venerable De has lived through almost all of them. Spoiler alert, after going through his own suffering, he came through the other side. And now he uses his experiences and his story to help others.
Venerable Dr. De Hong: Childhood Trauma and Aversion to Self Read More »
Clinging means to hang on to something, to not want something to end. Or to be unwilling to let go of an idea or a practice or a thing.
Four things we cling to – sensual pleasures, views, rituals and observances, and self, or thoughts of who we are.
And today let’s discuss how that recently came together for Margaret Meloni, as she shares a section from her attachment journal.
Journaling to Uncover Craving and Clinging in Everyday Life Read More »
If your cravings control you, you will experience more suffering. If you control your cravings, you will experience less suffering.Is it really that simple?Let’s explore some of the suttas on craving. In this way, we will build a foundation for our future discussions and contemplations.
Unraveling Attachment: Exploring the Buddhist Teachings on Letting Go Read More »
Is it wrong to attach to people? Sometimes it seems like that is part of the teachings around clinging and aversion. Yet. we are human beings and we need socialization to flourish. What’s a Buddhist to do?
Dr. Seth Zuihō Segall: The Myth of the Unattached Path Read More »
You, see, just because I have gone through the deaths of quite a few of my loved ones, doesn’t mean I am free from all attachments.
What is the point of paying attention? Our own clinging and aversion provide powerful lessons. When we are open and ready to receive those lessons.
Journal with Me? Taking Stock of Clinging and Aversion. Read More »
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