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Meditation and Attachment Theory

With George Haas recorded on April 14, 2024.

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We will discuss Attachment Theory in the context of Buddhist Theravada Practice, exploring the traditional Buddhist path to liberation using descriptions of Attachment conditioning as a way to understand obstacles to practice.

We will learn skillful ways of assembling an inner circle of close people to support your path to enlightenment.

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