In 1968, he enrolled in the university of california at san diego, where for two years he prepared for a career in ecology, with a secondary interest in philosophy and religion. According to many contemplative traditions such as buddhism, three pursuits are essential to leading a meaningful life. Review of haidts the happiness hypothesis article pdf available january 2007. The term kundalini is an ancient sanskrit word referring to the powerful life force present in us all. Along the way, he offers cogent observations on genuine happiness as a symptom of a healthy, balanced mind. Using geshe chekawas classic text, sevenpoint mind training, this course presents methods for cultivating both wisdom ultimate bodhicitta and compassion conventional bodhicitta. Consider donating to diamond light, and help us continue offering these events, or access for free.
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