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The Real Power of Generosity

When we think about generosity, most of us probably don’t think immediately of a powerful force, an inner resource, a real tool for changing how we relate to ourselves, to others and to our world.

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Sharon Salzberg
2015
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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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Nothing to Give, No One to Receive It

Norman Fischer on why giving is the Buddha way.

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Norman Fischer
2014
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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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What Does “Dedicating Merit” Really Do?

This is not just a “beautiful idea” but is also practical—the world is in dire need of goodness and positive energy. Thoughts have power. Prayers and aspirations have force. —Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo

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Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo, Nikki Mirghafori, Gyokei Yokoyama
2019
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