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Being Generous Really Does Make You Happier

By Amanda MacMillan

Researchers say they’ve discovered that even thinking about doing something generous has real mood-boosting benefits in the brain.

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Give and You Shall Receive

Reginald A. Ray argues that far from being a “lesser” practice, giving is central to all schools of Buddhism and essential to—perhaps synonymous with—the relinquishment of ego.

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Reginald A. Ray
2018
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Overcoming Ego with the Practice of Chöd

Lama Tsultrim Allione looks at how the traditional Buddhist practice of chöd—offerings one’s own body to frightening demons—can inspire us to let go of ego and practice joyful generosity.

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Lama Tsultrim Allione
2017
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