So many Sadhanas: How to Choose?
Samye Institute
February 1, 2023
Phakchok Rinpoche explains how we can balance all of the practices for which we have received empowerment.
Vajrayana
Why Should We Believe in Karma?
Samye Institute
January 26, 2023
Phakchok Rinpoche explains how a belief in karma gives us an anchor when our own moral compass fails us.
Accumulating Causes for Enlightenment
Phakchok Rinpoche
December 20, 2022
In this video teaching, Phakchok Rinpoche reminds us that the essence of our mind is already enlightened. Yet, even though our nature is pure, that
Four Qualities of Mind: Mind Nature
Phakchok Rinpoche
December 15, 2022
Phakchok Rinpoche explains the purpose of our meditation practice. Here he stresses that we can familiarize ourselves through direct experience with the four qualities of
Avoiding Spiritual Loneliness
Phakchok Rinpoche
December 15, 2022
Phakchok Rinpoche encourages us to meditate correctly every morning. Don’t meditate like a dead tree! That means that we are approaching the session alone.
Götsangpa’s Three Kaya Supplication
Phakchok Rinpoche
December 7, 2022
In this preview of the Vajrayana Membership, Phakchok Rinpoche teaches on Götsangpa’s Three Kaya Guru Supplication.
Three Pillars of Tibetan Vajrayana Practice
Phakchok Rinpoche
November 4, 2022
Phakchok Rinpoche advises listeners on the best way to enter the Tibetan Vajrayana path by relying on three pillars to build a strong foundation.
Eight Essential Points for Every Practice Session
Phakchok Rinpoche
October 17, 2022
In this document, Phakchok Rinpoche shares the eight essential points to hold in mind for any meditation session.
Eight Points of Advice from Shantarakshita
Phakchok Rinpoche
October 9, 2022
In this teaching, originally held in Singapore, Phakchok Rinpoche discusses the 8 points of advice from the great Khenpo Shantarakshita.
Rituals at Tibetan Buddhist Dharma Centers
Hilary Herdman
February 27, 2022
Rituals at Tibetan Buddhist Dharma Centers can delight, intrigue, and/or confuse newcomers. Here we offer some brief guidelines for the curious onlooker.