What are the seven factors of awakening? Note that this Buddhist approach focuses on the positive rather than on the negative (the hindrances). Mindfulness. To maintain awareness of reality, in particular the teachings. Investigation of the nature of reality. (nothing is permanent, and all thoughts and feelings should be viewed as passing phenomena.) Energy also … Continue reading The Seven Factors of Awakening
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Lovely 10-minute Impermanence Video
In the beautiful 10-minute video below, a master teaches a boy the lesson of impermance by observing the flow of water and Nature in general. He compares the natural world to the boy's own life, and thoughts. He explains that change is what makes a beautiful world, and that we wouldn't want a stagnant world. … Continue reading Lovely 10-minute Impermanence Video
Impermanence Poem
I know the truth - give up all other truths!No need for people anywhere on earth to struggle.Look - it is evening, look, it is nearly night:what do you speak of, poets, lovers, generals?The wind is level now, the earth is wet with dew,the storm of stars in the sky will turn to quiet.And soon … Continue reading Impermanence Poem
One Seeker's Story 