Exercising Resolve

Exercising Resolve

Resolve (determination) is a foundation that supports all of our practice. We cultivate it so that we can follow through with our intentions. There may be some amount of will or strength necessary, but a key feature of creating determination is to see clearly and...
Skilled Determination

Skilled Determination

We can develop unshakeable determination to be loving and compassionate, towards both ourselves and others. Make it a practice to investigate your priorities and intentions! What guides you? What would it be like to make inner peace and the development of wisdom your...
Ten Perfections

Ten Perfections

In this second round of the 100 Days of Care, each 10-day period is themed by one of the 10 qualities of character (parami) that are ‘perfected’ on the Buddhist path of awakening:...
Simple, specific, measurable

Simple, specific, measurable

Keep your 100 Days daily commitment simple, specific and measurable. If we only have a vague commitment, like “I’ll try to recall my mantra/phrase and meditate everyday,” getting clearer will be very helpful. So we can clear up the above example with specifics that...
Slow Way Down

Slow Way Down

Let yourself slow way down. This first ten day period of the 100 Days is for settling in and considering what you are undertaking. You can spend time working with and reworking your personal mantra/phrase. Your mantra is a loving phrase that you will recite at least...