
Buddhism for Beginners
Kunzang Palyul Choling - Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo
The Buddhism for Beginners Podcast is brought to you by Kunzang Palyul Choling (KPC). KPC was founded by Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo Rinpoche to uphold the Palyul lineage within the Nyingma tradition of Vajrayana Buddhism. KPC is a hub of compassionate activity with a mission to inspire people to improve the world and end suffering for the benefit of all beings.
The Buddhism for Beginners podcast draws from a wealth of teachings by Jetsunma and other great masters from around the world. Gain insight and guidance into how you can apply foundational Buddhist principles and meditation techniques to use in your everyday life. For more teachings, meditations, and resources visit out online virtual temple at Tara.org.
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Planting Your Dharma Garden - Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo
Buddhism for Beginners
04/23/20 • 44 min
This is a recording of a public talk given by Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo entitled "Planting Your Dharma Garden"
For more resources, teachings and practices, visit www.tara.org

Understanding Cause & Effect - Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo
Buddhism for Beginners
12/27/22 • 40 min
What is karma? In this teaching, Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo explains how the interdependence of cause and effect affects our lives.
For more resources, teachings and practices, visit www.tara.org

How to Pacify Increasing Desire
Buddhism for Beginners
01/27/23 • 44 min
The Buddha teaches us that the root of all suffering is desire. We've all had the experience of fulfilling one desire only to be overcome with the next. Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo helps us unravel this endless loop to look at how we can begin to pacify this thirst in our minds.
For more resources, teachings and practices, visit www.tara.org

Qualities of Discursive Thought - Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo
Buddhism for Beginners
07/05/20 • 46 min
Have you ever wondered what makes up those "voices in your head"? They arise from discursive thought and Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo takes us through the process of identifying their cause, and applying their antidote.
For more resources, teachings and practices, visit www.tara.org

How we Experience Perception
Buddhism for Beginners
03/07/23 • 43 min
Each of us has our own "perceptual bubble", describes Jesunma Ahkon Lhamo, as she unveils for us the dynamics of how we perceive, and react to, everything around us.
For more resources, teachings and practices, visit www.tara.org

You Have the Power to Make a Better World - Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo
Buddhism for Beginners
12/14/22 • 56 min
It takes extraordinary effort to lift out of suffering and reach enlightenment. On the way, you rely on the lineage, the Guru, and the knowledge of cause and result. Then step by step, you will reach your goal.
For more resources, teachings and practices, visit www.tara.org

The Lama Never Leaves You - Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo
Buddhism for Beginners
12/12/22 • 68 min
In this teaching, focusing on the supports of Dharma, and the treasure they represent, Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo explains that in truth, the Lama never leaves you.
For more resources, teachings and practices, visit www.tara.org

How To Reach Enlightenment
Buddhism for Beginners
12/06/22 • 75 min
In this teaching, Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo takes us through the steps that will support and lead to our own enlightenment as well as those who have hopes of us.
For more resources, teachings and practices, visit www.tara.org

AA, Buddhism, and Addiction - Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo
Buddhism for Beginners
10/15/21 • 44 min
One of the few successful programs in treating substance abuse has been AA. Jetsunma explains how the AA method can be applied to our addiction to samsara.
For more resources, teachings and practices, visit www.tara.org

Not Grasping Means Not Suffering - Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo
Buddhism for Beginners
08/12/20 • 56 min
Growing up in a materialistic culture, being taught to "be all that you can be", actually produces obstacles to the path to enlightenment. The definition of neurotic is acting in a way that is inappropriate according to reality. The Buddha teaches that this "self" into whose pockets you are putting things, is an erroneous concept. Instead, Jetsunma advises how, through the practice of devotion on the Vajrayana Path, one can stop developing the ego through all this collecting. Discriminating between what is ordinary and what is precious, one can look at one’s teacher and say, "This is the face of Truth", and thereby enter the door to liberation.
For more resources, teachings and practices, visit www.tara.org
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How many episodes does Buddhism for Beginners have?
Buddhism for Beginners currently has 38 episodes available.
What topics does Buddhism for Beginners cover?
The podcast is about Meditation, Health & Fitness, Happiness, Enlightenment, Buddha, Buddhism, Mental Health, Dharma, Religion & Spirituality, Podcasts and Mindfulness.
What is the most popular episode on Buddhism for Beginners?
The episode title 'The Lama Never Leaves You - Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Buddhism for Beginners?
The average episode length on Buddhism for Beginners is 56 minutes.
How often are episodes of Buddhism for Beginners released?
Episodes of Buddhism for Beginners are typically released every 10 days, 13 hours.
When was the first episode of Buddhism for Beginners?
The first episode of Buddhism for Beginners was released on Feb 27, 2020.
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