Mind and Life Institute offers new “Contemplative Studies Fellowship”

The Mind and Life Institute, which is dedicated to building a scientific understanding of the mind to reduce suffering and promote well-being," has announced a new grant opportunity, the Mind and Life Contemplative Studies Fellowship (MLCSF). Sponsored in part by the John Templeton Foundation, the grant program provides substantial funding for humanities and social science scholars interested in interdisciplinary research related to the study of contemplative practices. U.S. and international applicants are eligible;  the current grant deadline is February 15, 2012. Click here for details.

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His Holiness the XIV Dalai Lama: Ethics for Our Time

In this talk His Holiness turns to one of his favorite themes: the importance of compassion. Far from being a uniquely Buddhist concern, the Dalai Lama explains why caring for others can be the basis for a rich and rewarding life for all people. Whether one is a Buddhist or not, whether one is religious or not, a concern for the welfare of others is just good common sense. Compassion changes egotism into empathy, and transforms fear into freedom. It is the basis for both personal and communal peace. Series: Voices [9/2009] [Humanities] [Show ID: 17091]

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