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Triple Gem Plus 1: Updated Buddhist Death and Dying Instructions

Don’t allow yourself to drift off or to fall asleep. Repeat this instruction with me and guide your thoughts along this path: “I take refuge in the Clear Light.I take refuge in the angel of mercy and compassion.I take refuge … Continue reading

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Being in the Present: The Essential Buddhist Practice

This was shared by a friend on Facebook today and I thought it would serve as a nice reminder of how simple a “spiritual practice” can be: “Being in the present is so important in Buddhism. It is the core … Continue reading

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Art of Dying and Living: An Exploration of Life, Death, and the Afterlife February 23 – 27, 2022

THIS looks like it’s going to be a GREAT workshop! Many of the presenters are true pioneers who have been working in this field for 20+ years. From the website: It is our pleasure to invite you to join us … Continue reading

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Seeking Ceremony and End of Life Planning

A few websites were suggested by a friend in reference to work that she is doing with the Clear Light Funeral, which we will be writing much more about in the near future. She says: “The Lantern.co is a very … Continue reading

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A Modern Day “Ritual” for Dealing with Crisis

Help Those in Transition Step 4 from our book Caregiver Revolution Especially in times of ill health circumstances can get completely overwhelming at times. An unexpected situation can appear as a crisis, which, just from the label itself makes it … Continue reading

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