Tonglen is a meditation practice from Tibetan Buddhism. In the practice, one visualizes taking into oneself the suffering of another, and giving to the other, one's own happiness and success.
The aim of the practice is develop compassion and bodhichitta- the desire to be compassionate.
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Compassion Practices of Tonglen: Introduction - A brief description by Christine Longaker of three Tonglen or loving-kingness practices and how to adapt the practice for every-day life. Based on the teachings of Sogyal Rinpoche.
Meta Description: [ Tonglen, which means giving and receiving,
is a unique Tibetan Buddhist practice which can help people of any faith
develop more compassion towards themselves and others. ]
Practice of Tonglen - Teaching by Pema Chodron with a description and instructions.
The Seven Points of Mind Training - A meditation to cultivate fearlessness and open the heart. Tonglen is the practice of sending and taking.
Meta Description: [ Take in the world's sorrow, breathe it out your joy. Database of commentaries on Atisha's 7 Points of Mind Training. With on-line bookstore. ]
Tonglen - Taking and Sending Meditation - Brief instructions given by Thrangu Rinpoche.
Meta Description: [ Tibetan Buddhist Centers and Resources ]
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