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Way of Compassion Dharma Center

John Bruna
Karma
Buddhism
Compassion
Dukkha
Four Noble Truths
Mindfulness
Nirvana
Samsara
Afflictions
Buddha Nature
Attachment
Ethics
Ten Non-Virtues
Enlightenment
Suffering
Meditation
Craving
Law Of Karma
Impermanence
Intention

Traditional Buddhist teachings that are practical and relevant for everyday life in the modern world.

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In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues his commentary on the text “How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path” by Kathleen McDonald. The focus of this talk is on how self-centeredness is a basis of our suffering and how recognizing t... more

In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna comes to the culminating phase of the seven-point cause and result for cultivating bodhicitta. This seventh and final point, which is developing the motivation of bodhicitta, is the result of the previou... more

In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna introduces a variety of graduated steps that will lead us to the great resolve of bodhicitta, in which one takes on the personal responsibility of removing the suffering of every sentient being. He invit... more

In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna teaches us some valuable techniques for cultivating love. He suggests meditation methods that can aid in our cultivation of loving kindness for ourselves, our loved ones, strangers, and people who challe... more

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John Bruna
Spiritual director of the Way of Compassion Dharma Center, offers insights into traditional Buddhist teachings and practical meditation practices.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Voice hard to understand

    The content is probably pretty good but it is spoken in. A way that exhausts me. Too fast, unclear, not loud enough, not trying to be understood.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Kirill75
    Germany2 months ago
  • Practical wisdom from a great interpreter!

    I’m so glad that the spiritual director at Way of Compassion Dharma Center has started this podcast! John Bruna is a great interpreter of Buddhist wisdom and teachings as he has lived as a Buddhist monk in India, been a school teacher in the US, and worked in many areas of life in between. He has a way of making teachings practical, understandable, and open to all. The Dharma Center he helped create has become a great and supportive community where questions and discussion are always welcome.... more

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    Gunnijess
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the practical teachings of John Bruna, noting his ability to make complex Buddhist concepts accessible and relevant to daily life.

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How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path 46 - Bodhicitta
Q: How can I purify thoughts if they're karmically neutral?
A thought is not an issue until we engage with it; it's crucial how we respond to unwholesome thoughts that arise, whether by nurturing them or recognizing them and letting them go.
How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path 47 - The Suffering of Self-Centeredness
Q: How could the teaching about self, self-cherishing, self-grasping help me in this situation with my dog?
Cultivate compassion proactively with your dog. During calm moments, reflect on the bond and care you have shared, which helps to soften your reactions when triggers occur.
How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path 44 - Cultivating Love
Q: What are some practical suggestions when resistance arises in practicing loving-kindness?
Start with just five minutes dedicated to yourself, focusing on wishing yourself love and kindness before extending it to others.
How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path 44 - Cultivating Love
Q: How can we cultivate love for difficult people?
Instead of trying to feel love immediately, focus on the wish that they find happiness and create the causes for it.
How to Meditate on the Stages of the Path 41 - Mamaste
Q: Is looking at other living beings as your mother to be taken as a metaphor or literally?
In this specific practice, it is more of the literal but within wisdom teachings, everything we see is a reflection of our mind.

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