Ch 10 Part 1 - Mind Training Flashcards
(500 cards)
1
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What does ‘mind training’ mean in Buddhist practice?
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It refers to systematically transforming one’s thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom.
2
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What is the main goal of mind training?
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To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom.
3
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What is self-cherishing?
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An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering.
4
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What is tonglen practice?
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A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness.
5
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What is the Tibetan term for mind training?
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Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning ‘training the mind’.
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Why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
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Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion.
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How does mind training transform adversity?
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It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience.
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What is the significance of exchanging self and others?
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It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion.
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How do the Lojong slogans function in daily life?
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They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment.
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Why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
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A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions.
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How does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
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It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion.
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How is Yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
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It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances.
13
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How is Madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
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By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena.
14
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Why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
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Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion.
15
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What does it mean to ‘drive all blame into one’ in Lojong?
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To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change.
16
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Summarize: What does ‘mind training’ mean in Buddhist practice?
A
It refers to systematically transforming one’s thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
17
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Summarize: Why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
A
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
19
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the main goal of mind training?
A
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
20
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Summarize: What is the significance of exchanging self and others?
A
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
21
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Clarify this mind training idea: what does it mean to ‘drive all blame into one’ in lojong?
A
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
22
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what does it mean to ‘drive all blame into one’ in lojong?
A
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
23
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
A
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
A
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
27
Clarify this mind training idea: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
28
Why is this important in the Lojong system: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
30
Summarize: Why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
31
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
32
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
33
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
43
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
44
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
49
Clarify this mind training idea: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
50
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
51
Why is this important in the Lojong system: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
52
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
53
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
54
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
56
Clarify this mind training idea: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
57
Clarify this mind training idea: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
58
Clarify this mind training idea: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How is Madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
62
Summarize: How does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
63
Summarize: What is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
65
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
67
Clarify this mind training idea: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
70
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
71
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
72
Clarify this mind training idea: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
73
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
77
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
80
Clarify this mind training idea: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
81
Why is this important in the Lojong system: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
82
Summarize: What is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
84
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
85
Summarize: What is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
86
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How do the Lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
90
Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
99
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
100
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
101
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
102
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What does 'mind training' mean in Buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
108
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
110
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
111
Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How do the Lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
116
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
117
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
118
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is the Tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
120
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
126
Clarify this mind training idea: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
128
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
129
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
136
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What does 'mind training' mean in Buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
140
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
141
Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
142
Why is this important in the Lojong system: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
143
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
144
Clarify this mind training idea: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
145
Clarify this mind training idea: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How do the Lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in Lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What does 'mind training' mean in Buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is the Tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is the Tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How is Yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What does 'mind training' mean in Buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How is Yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How is Yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How is Yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How is Yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How is Madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How is Yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How do the Lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is the Tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
367
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
368
Summarize: How is Yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How is Madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
394
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
398
Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
402
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
407
Why is this important in the Lojong system: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
419
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
420
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
421
Summarize: What is the Tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
427
Summarize: What is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
428
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
429
Summarize: What does 'mind training' mean in Buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
431
Clarify this mind training idea: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
432
Clarify this mind training idea: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: How do the Lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: Why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Clarify this mind training idea: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Summarize: What is the Tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
448
Why is this important in the Lojong system: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
449
Summarize: How do the Lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
450
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
454
Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
455
Why is this important in the Lojong system: why is reliance on a spiritual teacher emphasized in mind training?
A qualified teacher provides guidance, inspiration, and helps correct distortions. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
456
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
457
Summarize: How is Yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
458
Why is this important in the Lojong system: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
459
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
460
Clarify this mind training idea: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
461
Summarize: Why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
462
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
463
Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
464
Summarize: How do the Lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
465
Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
466
Why is this important in the Lojong system: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
467
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: why does mind training include both relative and ultimate bodhicitta?
Because compassion must be grounded in wisdom, and wisdom must be motivated by compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
468
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
469
Summarize: What is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
471
Summarize: How does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
472
Summarize: What is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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Why is this important in the Lojong system: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
474
Clarify this mind training idea: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
475
Summarize: How is Yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
476
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what does it mean to 'drive all blame into one' in lojong?
To see self-cherishing as the root of all problems and take responsibility for change. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
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In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the tibetan term for mind training?
Lojong (བློ་སྦྱོང་, Wyl. blo sbyong), meaning 'training the mind'. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
479
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
480
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
481
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
482
Why is this important in the Lojong system: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
483
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
484
Why is this important in the Lojong system: how does mind training relate to ultimate bodhicitta?
It uses insight into emptiness to dismantle self-grasping, supporting true compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
485
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
486
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how is madhyamaka used to support ultimate bodhicitta?
By realizing the lack of inherent existence of self and phenomena. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
487
Summarize: Why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
488
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how is yogācāra philosophy applied in mind training?
It analyzes consciousness and imputations to reduce attachment to appearances. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
489
Summarize: What is self-cherishing?
An attitude of prioritizing oneself over others, seen as the root of suffering. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
490
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
491
Clarify this mind training idea: what does 'mind training' mean in buddhist practice?
It refers to systematically transforming one's thoughts and emotions toward altruism and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
492
Clarify this mind training idea: why is self-cherishing considered harmful in mind training?
Because it perpetuates ego-clinging and prevents genuine compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
493
Why is this important in the Lojong system: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
494
In Buddhist mind training, how would one explain: what is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
495
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how does mind training transform adversity?
It uses hardships as opportunities to reduce self-clinging and cultivate patience. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
496
Summarize: What is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
497
Clarify this mind training idea: what is the main goal of mind training?
To replace self-centeredness with compassion and wisdom. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
498
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: how do the lojong slogans function in daily life?
They serve as reminders to shift perspective and practice altruism moment to moment. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
499
What insight does this reveal about training the mind: what is the significance of exchanging self and others?
It reverses habitual self-preference and deepens compassion. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
500
Summarize: What is tonglen practice?
A meditation that exchanges self and others by visualizing taking on others’ suffering and giving them happiness. This reflects a core training principle in transforming self-centered thought.
