Dhamma Talks

Looking Closer at the Breath

Peter continues his journey through the Satipatthana Sutta. Today, Peter explores a series of techniques outlined in "The Contemplation of the Body" section of the Satipatthana Sutta that allow one to become more intimate with the breath.

Mindfulness of the Body

Peter continues his journey through the Satipatthana Sutta. Today, Peter examines the first stanza of "The Contemplation of the Body," which discusses mindfulness of breathing.

Avoiding Spiritual Arrogance

Peter Carlson discusses the Lojong training points "Don't turn your beliefs into weapons," classically rendered as "Don't reduce a God to a demon," and "Don't relish the suffering of others," classically rendered as "Don't seek pain as a component of happiness."