The Training of Positive Speech
In this precept, we are making a formal pledge to practice the behavior of positive speech. Positive speech is far more than motivational...
The Training of Moderation and Contentment
In most Buddhist traditions, the five precepts are written as some form of 1.”Avoid killing." 2.”Avoid stealing." (Including...
Introduction to the Precepts
We will find that all of the precepts start with the same phrase “I undertake the training…” So first, what does it mean to say “I...


The Hindrance of Meta-Mindfulness
Mindfulness is all the rage these days, but just what is it? I’ve talked before about mindfulness - or sata - as the remembrance of the...