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Voices of Love

Voices of Love: Bridging Differences Through Compassionate Conversations We are living in a time of deep fragmentation. Communities and nations are increasingly divided along lines of political affiliation and ideology, race, class, religion, immigration status, language, and more. The public conversation often suggests there are only two sides: winners and losers, us and them. Voices of Love begins from a different premise. This series asks whether another way forward is possible—one grounded not

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00:59:45

The Four Virtues of the Heart

Voices of Love ·

2022/05/16

This is borrowed from the Reflections on Buddhism show with Ven Tenzin Chogkyi that airs monthly at KSQD.org. Find past episodes at UnlockingTrueHappiness.org.

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00:37:11

The Neuroplasticity of Perception

Voices of Love ·

2022/05/02

We’re raised to believe that our perceptions of the world around us has an objective quality, but both Buddhism and modern neuroscience agree that our perceptions can frequently be distorted, and these distortions can cause great suffering. This "naive realism” — the belief that the world exists in the way it appears to us — is so innate to many of us, yet our beliefs, past experiences and emotional states can dramatically alter how we perceive experiences. In this informative session, Ven Tenzin

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00:40:41

Mindfulness of Our Motivations

Voices of Love ·

2022/03/21

In this episode, Ven Tenzin explores the Eight Worldly Concerns, a set of four dyads that correspond to many of the deeply held hopes and fears that drive the actions of all beings. As we engage with the spiritual path, or even the mundane decisions of the day-to-day, a clear understanding of these forms of attachment and aversion can serve as a way to become mindful of our motivations and bring clarity and skillfulness to our actions. In this way, we can ultimately become free from the suffering

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00:27:16

The Path to Genuine Happiness

Voices of Love ·

2022/02/07

Capitalist consumer culture puts a huge emphasis on finding happiness in the external world. But, this hedonic happiness is shown, both in our experience and in the scientific experiments, to be fleeting. In this episode, Ven Tenzin speaks to a second, more durable type of happiness that is not nearly as predicated on external factors -- Eudaimonic happiness, which is derived from what we bring to the world.

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00:40:33

Cultivating Courage

Voices of Love ·

2021/12/20

In popular culture, courage is often portrayed as loud and showy, and patience as passivity and inaction. Yet, in Buddhist philosophy, courage is a hallmark of patience, of facing life’s challenges with resilience and wise action. In this episode, Ven Tenzin speaks about the intrinsic link between patience and courage, and how we can build the courage to go outside of our own comfort zones and engage in meaningful action without losing our peace of mind.

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00:41:30

The Perfection of Patience

Voices of Love ·

2021/11/29

Patience, or forbearance, is taught as one of the six perfections, the six main practices of a bodhisattva (a being who is dedicated to attaining full enlightenment for the sake of all living beings). In the well-known text, The Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life, the 8th Century Indian master Shantideva devotes the longest chapter to the practice of patience because of its importance. But what does this patience involve? Why is it so emphasized on the spiritual path? Join us for an exploration

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00:44:41

Living with Awareness:: The Four Foundations of...

Voices of Love ·

2021/11/01

Mindfulness practice has become increasingly popular in recent years, and is being taught not only to Buddhist practitioners in meditation retreats but in every context, from maximum-security prisons to Silicon Valley boardrooms. But what did the Buddha teach about mindfulness, and why is this practice such a fundamental aspect of the path leading to awareness and awakening? The Four Foundations of Mindfulness, mindfulness of the body, the feelings, mind, and phenomena, was taught by the Buddha as

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00:40:24

The Art of Forgiveness

Voices of Love ·

2021/10/21

Many of us are drawn to the practices of compassion and loving-kindness, but we still struggle with forgiveness of those who have hurt us. What’s the difference between forgiveness and compassion? Why is forgiving so difficult? Does forgiving mean forgetting? Condoning the harmful action? Join us in this discussion of what forgiveness is, what it isn’t, and how to begin the process of forgiveness.

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00:41:36

The Awe-Altruism Link

Voices of Love ·

2021/10/01

Awe is that sense of wonder felt in the presence of something vast that transcends one’s understanding of the world. People commonly experience it in nature but also in response to religion, art and music. But recent research shows a surprising fringe benefit to moments of awe. These studies show that inducing a sense of awe in people can promote altruistic, helpful and positive social behavior. Paul Piff, a psychologist who has designed some of these studies, says, “Our investigation indicates

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00:43:13

In Search of Your Self

Voices of Love ·

2021/08/23

The Buddha famously taught the doctrine of selflessness. But what does this mean? Doesn’t modern psychology urge us to have a healthy sense of self? What part of “me” am I trying to give up? And who am I, anyway? Everyone has a natural tendency to focus on “me” – my body, my feelings, and my thoughts. This focus has played a critical role in keeping each of us safe, alive and fed… and in developing our ego construct – the story we tell ourselves about who we are. But there comes a time when this

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00:35:33

The Six Varieties of Love

Voices of Love ·

2021/07/26

Resource: https://www.yesmagazine.org/health-happiness/2013/12/28/the-ancient-greeks-6-words-for-love-and-why-knowing-them-can-change-your-life

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00:39:41

The Magic of Interconnection (and How it Makes Us...

Voices of Love ·

2021/07/12

Venerable Tenzin mentions some books during this episode:The Overstory by Richard PowersFinding the Mother Tree by Suzanne SimardBraiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall KimmererBorn to Be Good by Dacher Keltner

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00:36:56

What's Shame Got to Do with It? Exploring Shame,...

Voices of Love ·

2021/06/28

This interview was recorded in front of a live Zoom audience as part of the Healing the Body, Healing the Mind Online Conference in partnership with Jamyang Buddhist Center’s Science and Wisdom LIVE project.

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00:35:41

Practicing Community Care

Voices of Love ·

2021/06/16

Ven Tenzin mentioned a number of links during this episode, and they're here for your convenience.https://www.flare.com/identity/self-care-new-zealand-muslim-attack/https://www.healthline.com/health/when-self-care-becomes-community-care#Were-responsible-for-each-otherhttps://www.ihollaback.org/bystanderintervention/

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00:50:28

Testing the Waters of Love with Greg Morris

Voices of Love ·

2021/06/03

Ven. Tenzin and Greg are co-teaching the Compassion Cultivation Training beginning June 30, click here for more information.

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00:36:47

Bringing Back the Wonder

Voices of Love ·

2021/04/23

Ven Tenzin mentioned some web links during this episode, which are listed below.https://onbeing.org/programs/ross-gay-tending-joy-and-practicing-delight/ https://www.npr.org/2021/02/18/969032187/the-gratitude-chain-a-j-jacobs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9aT0A28IW7E

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00:40:38

Unpacking Anger with Dr. Eve Ekman

Voices of Love ·

2021/04/15

Dr Ekman mentions an upcoming summit in the podcast. If of interest, the link is below.Explore the Science, Wisdom, and Power of Emotionswith His Holiness the Dalai Lamaand over 30 Leading Scientists + World Renowned TeachersJoin this Special Free Global EventMay 2-5, 2021https://www.scienceandwisdomofemotions.com/

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00:38:19

Self-Compassion

Voices of Love ·

2021/03/22

This episode explores self-compassion — what it is, what it's not and how it can make you happier. Put simply, self-compassion is simply treating yourself with the same kindness, concern, and support you'd show a good friend. So, why is it so difficult? What are some of the obstacles to self-compassion? Is there a way we can train ourselves in self-compassion? In this session, Ven. Tenzin discusses why it’s so difficult to give ourselves the same kindness and compassion that we would a friend, and

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00:23:22

Recognizing our Common Humanity

Voices of Love ·

2021/03/03

Many of us feel that our social and political worlds are more divided than ever before, and are aware of the suffering this polarization causes. One of the key steps in contemplative compassion training is a recognition of our common humanity, that beneath all the superficial differences of religion, culture, race, ethnicity, political beliefs, etc., we all share the same basic human feelings and needs. In this episode, Ven. Tenzin introduces this topic and leads us through a brief guided

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00:32:00

Mindfully Managing Anger

Voices of Love ·

2021/02/19

Characteristics of Anger:Theme: Being thwarted in pursuit of goal that matters to youEffects: Anger controls, punishes and retaliatesDangerous effect: Anger calls forth more anger. It is difficult not to respond to anger with anger, especially when it appears unjustifiedWhy do people want to change anger?It is the dangerous emotion that can quickly hurt others, psychologically, and physicallyMany taught not to express anger -> guilt, shameFor some own anger can get out of control -> fearCommon Anger

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