July 2024 Talks

July 2: Desire to Dismantle Desire

The Buddha teaches us that there are three problematic desires, rooted in our ignorance, that are the cause of our suffering and dis-ease.

July 9: How to let go of ill will and aversion.

Sanghamitta reviews several similes the Buddha uses to describe ill will/aversion and similes he uses to teach us how to let go of these emotions.

July 16: Thich Nhat Hanh's Peace Treaty for relationships

Sanghamitta describes Thich Nhat Hanh's "Peace Treaty" that is based on the Buddha's teachings for skillfully dealing with difficulties in relationships.

July 23: R&R for restlessness and remorse

Ayya Ahimsa talks about the antidotes for the 4th hinderance or restlessness and remorse, namely comfort and contentment.

July 30: Dullness and Drowsiness

Bodhipala, once of CTBC's stewards, discusses the hindrance of dullness and drowsiness, using many of her favourite quotes from the Buddh