The Purpose of Having a Baby
This advice was given to students who asked Rinpoche whether they should have children or not. Rinpoche emphasizes the importance of having a good motivation and planning well so that the child can bring benefit and happiness to others.
HIV / AIDS
Transforming Pain
Advice on how to deal with pain by experiencing it for all sentient beings.
Handling Illness
Advice on how to use sickness on the path, especially through the practice of tonglen (taking and giving).
Acute Mental Illness
Advice and practices to benefit people struggling with a mental health condition.
Addictions: Drugs and Alcohol
Advice for people who have struggled with drugs or alcohol. Rinpoche says that our life is precious and we should not waste it carelessly.
Anxiety and Panic Disorder
Advice on meditations and other practices which can help anxiety and panic disorder.
Preparing for Death
Advice on how to prepare oneself for death, which can happen at any time. Includes practices for students whose death is imminent.