Tag Archives: Buddha

A Journey Within: 12

Posted on June 16, 2013 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

With a wish to free all beings, I shall always go for refuge to Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha until I reach full enlightenment. Enthused by wisdom and compassion, today in Buddha’s presence I generate the Mind of full Awakeness for … Continue reading →

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A Journey Within: 6

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

Inspirations and contemplations Books Daikini Power, Twelve Extraordinary Women … by Michaela Haas (recommended) Essence of Refined Gold by Holinesses the 3rd and 7th Dalai Lamas on Tsong Khapa’s pith instructions translated by Glenn Mullin (The copy I have is … Continue reading →

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A Journey Within: 2

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

Driving. Movement is somehow related to the Soul. Tai Chi, a walk, joyous kitchen dancing, and driving support the free exchange of space of mind, emotions, and relating with the harmony of Nature. As miles passed, I thought of families … Continue reading →

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Emanations of Self: 6 conclusion

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

In conclusion, the intention of this series was to describe how all existence is an emanation of and thus by nature is Self-Same with the Original Source. That’s not new news. Whole systems of religion, mythology, and spiritual teachings have … Continue reading →

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Desire and non-returning

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

I’m meditating on desire, my desires, which at first glance seem few and small. But what is the comparison? I live in the most affluent country in the world, anything I desire can be had. So how am I to … Continue reading →

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