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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 23h

Things are going great, yet we may have a gnawing feeling there should be something more. While enjoying external pleasures, remember they are not authentic sources of happiness. True happiness is not dependent on certain conditions or experiences.

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Equanimity includes everything: Emily Horn discusses the meditative experience and the ways in which our sense of identity relates to it.

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Equanimity Includes Everything

Podcast Episode · Buddhist Geeks · September 3 · 11m

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

“Do not think the knowledge you presently possess is changeless, absolute truth. Avoid being narrow-minded and bound to present views. Learn and practice nonattachment from views in order to be open to receive others' viewpoints.” - Thich Nhat Hanh, Interbeing

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Bored, lonely, anxious? We may instinctively start browsing our smartphone or grab a snack. But what about taking a few moments to sit with those feelings, to explore them? It may help reveal something more deep-seated, something within to examine and transform.

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The self we ordinarily “see” and think about is merely an imputation, a projection of our mind – not unlike images projected on a screen. By working on our mind, we can choose to identify with our best self.

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

The pesky self with its self-inflicted delusions. Hope your Sunday is free of them.

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Laziness – although not necessarily the way we usually conceive it – can be a major obstacle to our spiritual progress. Tulku Lobsang Rinpoche discusses different distinctions. We’re very busy, but are we really making the time for the things that matter?

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The "hidden laziness" holding you back, according to a Tibetan Buddhist master

Basic laziness means you can't get off the sofa. Advanced laziness means putting things off. Hidden laziness is much harder to spot.

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Emptiness is the true nature of reality. All phenomena, including our self, lack inherent, independent existence; all things are imputed by the mind. The wisdom of emptiness can reveal profound peace and happiness . Geshe Dorji Damdul explains…

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The Wonder of Emptiness | Geshe Dorji Damdul

YouTube video by Study Buddhism

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Sarnath, the place where Buddha taught the Four Noble Truths, has been designated a World Heritage site. Had the pleasure of visiting it in 2018. apnews.com/photo-galler...

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Some regard anger as a mind of passion & action. But Buddha shows us that it’s destructive & only creates problems. If we can reduce & eventually eliminate anger – a bad mental habit – we’ll be more effective in life & avoid unhappiness for ourself and others. (Photo by Andre Hunter on Unsplash)

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

“It is very important to understand impermanence. When we understand the impermanent nature of things, their non-stop change, we give ourselves the time and space to accept whatever situation comes along.” - Lama Yeshe

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

A prayer on this 25th anniversary...for this and countless other tragedies...

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Connections among people despite culture wars, Dharma and refuge, and the example of Dolly Parton: walking a path that recognizes shared suffering, softens aversion and gives people meaning beyond ideology.

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The Dhamma of Dolly Parton

On the “Queen of Country,” culture war pacifism, and the nondiscriminatory nature of refuge

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

“Resting is a very important practice; we have to learn the art of resting. Resting is the first part of Buddhist meditation. You should allow your body and your mind to rest. Our mind as well as our body needs to rest.” - Thich Nhat Hanh

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Rest In the River

A teaching by Thich Nhat Hanh on allowing ourselves to rest like a stone thrown into a river. On the bottom of the river, it allows the water to pass by.

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

The nature of our mind is clarity and spaciousness, and the meditation on blue sky mind is a simple and effective way to experience this. It enables us to dispel the endless stream of mental noise, thoughts/plans, emotions, etc. and tap into our natural state of peace.

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"GUIDED VISUALIZATION" & Meditation: Blue Sky Mind

YouTube video by OnlineMeditation

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

“Form is empty; emptiness is form. Emptiness is not other than form; form also is not other than emptiness.” The Heart Sutra can seem daunting, especially when we first encounter it. Geshe Lakhdor provides a clear explanation of a key aspect of its essence.

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What is Emptiness? | Geshe Lhakdor

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

“The real and essential mind is what is to be found when the entire load of gross obstructions and aberrations (i.e., sense impressions, memories, etc.) has been cleared away.” - 14th Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Sometimes we need some encouragement to be mindful of our practice.

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

My kind mother 😀. Have a joyful day!

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Joining many others in offering prayers for the people who were in the wake of the tragic flash floods in Nepal and Tibet. Prayers for those who perished or remain missing as well as those facing very difficult times throughout the recovery process.

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Nepal Floods: Thousands Of Buddhists Pray For Nepal-Tibet Flood Victims As Death Toll Crosses 400

YouTube video by DNAIndiaNews

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

We’ve all dealt with resentment and forgiveness in our life. How do we let go of the hurt? Ultimately, it’s about changing our own mind rather than waiting for someone else to apologize or make things right.

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How Do You Forgive Someone Who Never Apologizes?

Podcast Episode · The Modern Buddhism Podcast · August 27 · 50m

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

There are inner problems and outer problems. When faced with someone yelling us, we’re usually not thinking of it as an outer problem – we’re focused on our uncomfortable feelings, an inner problem. It can help to recognize the actual source of our sufferings so we can reduce them.

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Take a break from your day (or night) with this short guided meditation on body, space and awareness with Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche. Enjoy!

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A Guided Meditation on the Body, Space, and Awareness with Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche

YouTube video by Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Every act has a result – that is karma. Think of a ledger sheet, with assets and liabilities. Our focus on lovingkindness, compassion and understanding benefits others and ourself, growing our positive assets.

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What is Karma | Thich Nhat Hanh | Plum Village #Shorts

YouTube video by Plum Village App

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Wishing you a day of wonderful moments...

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

“Happiness and suffering are states of mind and so their main causes are not to be found outside the mind. If we want to be truly happy and free from suffering, we must learn how to control our mind.” - Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

“Effort is a mind that delights in virtue.” - Shantideva We may associate effort with something arduous. We just want to relax. But according to Buddhist view, it’s a mind of joy. Bring a joyful mind to those activities that benefit others, advance our spiritual growth and generate positive karma.

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Meditation is a mind that concentrates on a virtuous object and gives rise to mental peace.

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Like seeds that give forth to plants, actions of body, speech & mind give rise to results. The issue is the nature of the actions: negative or positive. Karma. So often in popular culture, karma is seen as punishment. But like any other scientific law, we all experience it, one way or another.

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

“Because things change, we should concentrate on each moment.” - Shunryū Suzuki Roshi

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Here's to moving forward...have a lovely day...

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

"While you are engaging in the practice of giving you should do so with great happiness and radiance on your face. One should practice giving with a smile and with mental uprightness." — 14th Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

According to Buddhist view, a human life is very precious and rare. Beyond our day-to-day needs and concerns, we all have the ability to attain spiritual realizations and benefit others. By so doing, we tap into our potential and the path of a meaningful life.

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

How useful are your personal views? Do they lead to greater clarity and peace, do they reduce attachment? Consider what we should hold onto or let go.

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Valuable Views

A brief teaching from Nagapriya on valuing different worldviews

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buddhistyou.bsky.social @buddhistyou.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Seems like meditation is ubiquitous, with so many variants out there. But is our meditation practice familiarizing our mind with virtuous positive views and leading to more mental peace – both today and in the future? Perhaps it’s something to meditate on.

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