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This talk takes a look at Buddhist practice in the light of parenting, and was given at the Buddhafield Festival in 2006. Look out for some lovely singing thoughout!
| 1. | A song and introduction (4:21) | |
| 2. | The false dichotomy between family and spiritual life (4:25) | |
| 3. | Going beyond simply trying to find tranquillity; the thousand Dharma-doors in parenting (4:15) | |
| 4. | The Five Portions a Day Rule; building in regular reminders of the larger perspective; daily moments of retreat (4:15) | |
| 5. | Self-transformation through parenting and the burning of kshanti; transforming the world through our children (5:13) | |
| 6. | What enlightened parenting has to offer; returning a sense of the sacred and exemplifying spiritual life for a new generation (3:53) | |
| 7. | Closing song (1:58) |
Total running time: 28:20
