Buddhism: ancient strategies for modern life
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This course is an introduction to Buddhism. I became very interested in Buddhism while living in Vietnam for over five years from 2007 to 2012. While Buddhism is by definition a religion, in actual practice it resembles philosophy and psychology more than religion if we go by Buddha’s actual teachings.Buddhism is essentially a set of tools developed over thousands of years in India, China, Japan and throughout Asia. These tools are more applicable now than ever before as we grapple with the anxiety that has become typical in modern life.This course will introduce to you what Buddhism is, how it can help you develop happiness, contentment, equanimity, peace, and love so that you can deal with modern challenges effectively, and generally enrich your experience as a human being.I have now spent thousands of hours studying Buddhism, meditating, and speaking with monks at Pagodas and Monasteries throughout Vietnam and South East Asia. Since I am an American, I feel that I am in a unique position to communicate the essence of Buddhism and it’s teachings to a western audience as very few people can.In addition, I am trained as a teacher, with a teaching certificate from the University of Idaho as well as a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from the same school. So I am confident that students will leave my course with a solid understanding not only of what Buddhism is, but HOW it can help you to improve yourself and change your life for the better.Join my course, and let these ancient strategies help you deal with modern challenges. They’ve lasted this long because they work!
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Those who experience chronic anxiety
Those who constantly worry
Anyone who is interested in Buddhism as a philosophy, religion, or practical psychological handbook
Anyone who wants to improve their sense of well-being and contentment
Anyone who has ever wanted to learn about meditation and it’s benefits
Anyone who wants to learn a new way of thinking about themselves and their world not typically espoused in Western culture
All that is necessary is an inquisitive mind and willingness to learn a new perspective
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- Meditation
- Psychology
- Benefits
- Teaching
- Religious Studies
- Philosophy
- University
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- Buddhism
- Religions
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Introduction to Buddhism
The Story of the Buddha
00:06:00
What is Buddhism?
00:10:00
The Four Noble Truths
00:05:00
The Eightfold Path
00:15:00
The Middle Way
00:06:00
Practical Applications of Buddhism
Breathing Meditation
00:11:00
Non-Attachment
00:07:00
Emptiness
00:04:00
Letting Go of the Ego
00:07:00
The Benefits of Simplicity
00:06:00
How to Use Solitude to Increase Awareness
00:04:00
Total Acceptance of Reality
00:06:00
The Sacred Path of the Warrior
Developing “Windhorse” Through Generosity
00:08:00
Bringing Heaven Down to Earth
00:07:00
Buddhism Review
00:06:00
Buddhism: ancient strategies for modern life