Open Question PodcastHow do we navigate our lives in the midst of uncertainty? How do we bring our deepest intentions together with our actions? What is the purpose of spirituality? How do we accommodate both the beauty and the pain of life? These questions may never find definitive answers, but they are questions to live by. Join Buddhist student and teacher, Elizabeth Mattis Namgyel, as she explores some of those genuine questions. Listen OnApple PodcastsListen OnGoogle PodcastsListen OnSpotifyeB 128 – Self DiscoverybyJampal NorbuJampal Norbu examines the 22nd verse of Lojong: “You have reached proficiency if you can practice even while distracted.” Transforming self concern into care for others is the core of Buddhist meditation. How then do we gauge our progress on that path? The key lies in self reflection, which makes meditation possible. With a strong foundation of self reflection, our practice is available even when we find ourselves caught by life’s distracting circumstances.Search EpisodesClear Search eB 128 – Self Discovery July 25, 2023 Jampal Norbu eB 127 – Sunnny Side Up May 9, 2023 Jampal Norbu eB 126 – Genuine Confidence April 4, 2023 Jampal Norbu eB 125 – What Is The Point? March 7, 2023 Jampal Norbu eB 124 – We Die As We Live January 24, 2023 Jampal Norbu eB 123 – The Precious Path November 1, 2022 Jampal Norbu eB 122 – A Flexible Framework September 27, 2022 Jampal Norbu eB 121 – Fueled By Merit August 17, 2022 Jampal Norbu eB 120 – The Mind Protector May 21, 2022 Jampal Norbu eB 119 – Great Wealth Great Wisdom April 21, 2022 Jampal Norbu Load MoreSearch Results placeholderPrevious EpisodeShow Episodes ListNext EpisodeShow Podcast Information About the Podcast EveryBodhi is a podcast focused on classic Mahayana Buddhism for the modern meditator. Change is the only consistent thing in our lives. While we don’t always want what comes of change, we can learn to rise and meet the challenge by coming to know ourselves and our minds better. Through conversation with friends, interviews with generous teachers and his own contemplation, our host, Jampal Norbu, shares contemporary insights on ancient wisdom lineages. There has never been a better time to enhance our understanding of the deepest currents of our humanity. Related Lojong Resources The Intelligent HeartDzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche. Compassion arises naturally when one comes to perceive the lack of solid distinction between self and other. The Buddhist practice is known as tonglen, in which one consciously exchanges self for other. Lojong Slogan CardsThese beautiful cards present the Vairochana’s Legacy translation of the classic lojong (mind training) slogans, as also appear in Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche’s book, The Intelligent Heart. The cards are suitable for display and study. MSB Lojong PosterThis elegant poster presents the Vairochana’s Legacy translation of the classic lojong (mind training) slogans, as also appears in Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche’s book, The Intelligent Heart. Study Set: Lojong: Discovering Solidarity in Bodhicitta 2022We’re pleased to offer the Lojong: Discovering Solidarity in Bodhicitta (2022) teachings as an Audio-Video Study Set, providing complete access to video recordings of all talks for one full year for self-paced contemplation and review, plus audio recordings of those talks good for a lifetime.