There are a lot of misconceptions of basic Buddhist teachings and in this talk Mary reflects on a few. The Buddha did not say that "Life is Suffering", but instead that there is suffering, and there is a way out. Additionally, equanimity and being present for what is, does not condone injustice or greed, hatred and ignorance. Buddhist practice is a way of being in the world and fully engaged with it. Recorded Jan. 2, 2025 in the virtual world Send me a text with any questions or comments! Inc...
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There are a lot of misconceptions of basic Buddhist teachings and in this talk Mary reflects on a few. The Buddha did not say that "Life is Suffering", but instead that there is suffering, and there is a way out. Additionally, equanimity and being present for what is, does not condone injustice or greed, hatred and ignorance. Buddhist practice is a way of being in the world and fully engaged with it. Recorded Jan. 2, 2025 in the virtual world Send me a text with any questions or comments! Inc...
In this talk Mary reflects on the idea of emptiness which can be thought of as an absence of attachment to self or I, Me and Mine. This freedom can seem elusive, but we can recognize it in our daily lives as we work on letting go. Recorded Oct. 9, 2025 in the virtual world After Buddhism by Stephen Batchelor Pay Attention, for Goodness' Sake by Sylvia Boorstein Send me a text with any questions or comments! Include your name and email if you would like a response - it's not included automat...
Undefended Dharma with Mary Stancavage
There are a lot of misconceptions of basic Buddhist teachings and in this talk Mary reflects on a few. The Buddha did not say that "Life is Suffering", but instead that there is suffering, and there is a way out. Additionally, equanimity and being present for what is, does not condone injustice or greed, hatred and ignorance. Buddhist practice is a way of being in the world and fully engaged with it. Recorded Jan. 2, 2025 in the virtual world Send me a text with any questions or comments! Inc...