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by UpwardBound
Thu Mar 07, 2013 1:49 pm
Forum: Announcements
Topic: Early Buddhism Course by Bhante Sujato & Ajahn Brahmali
Replies: 1
Views: 3961

Re: Early Buddhism Course by Bhante Sujato & Ajahn Brahmali

Thank you for posting, I've started the readings and look forward to continuing in the course.
by UpwardBound
Mon Mar 04, 2013 4:20 am
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: Legs falling asleep
Replies: 3
Views: 1689

Re: Legs falling asleep

I know this might not be an easy fix, but I used to experience this problem all the time. I got to the point that I just learned to ignore it and it was a daily experience...the leg would fall asleep to the point that I can't walk for a few minutes after meditation. I've recently lost weight, and no...
by UpwardBound
Thu Feb 28, 2013 3:28 am
Forum: Theravāda for Beginners
Topic: Looking for talks/lessons...
Replies: 11
Views: 2652

Re: Looking for talks/lessons...

These are great, great lists - I've burned some really helpful CDs and it's helped quite a bit.
by UpwardBound
Tue Feb 26, 2013 5:36 am
Forum: Theravāda for Beginners
Topic: Looking for talks/lessons...
Replies: 11
Views: 2652

Looking for talks/lessons...

Hi all! I'm looking for recommendations for dhamma talks that I can burn to CD for a daily commute. I'm thinking it will be a good way to listen to the same talk several times throughout the week, but was wondering if anybody had any specific recommendations that may have been found helpful. I'm spe...
by UpwardBound
Sat Feb 16, 2013 11:32 pm
Forum: General Theravāda discussion
Topic: Establishing a Strong Daily Practice
Replies: 4
Views: 1589

Re: Establishing a Strong Daily Practice

Khalil Bodhi, My goodness, thank you! This is exactly where I'd like to be. This sort of daily dhamma practice is inspirational, and I think you're right in that it is something that is built over a span of time. You mentioned a practice blog, while I don't blog myself - perhaps this (or somebody el...
by UpwardBound
Sat Feb 16, 2013 7:02 pm
Forum: General Theravāda discussion
Topic: Establishing a Strong Daily Practice
Replies: 4
Views: 1589

Establishing a Strong Daily Practice

Hello all, I'm in the process of establishing a strong daily practice and thought it'd be helpful to get your feedback. I am in the busy middle of the householder life with a full time career, children, etc. I have studied Theravada Buddhism for years now and have had strong practice habits off and ...