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The Foundations of Buddhism: Understanding Suffering and Craving
In this episode of the Curious Mind Podcast, psychotherapist and Buddhism scholar Gabriel Ellis delves into the historical aspects of Buddhism, focusing on what likely traces back to the historical Buddha. The discussion revolves around the Four Noble Truths, a core Buddhist concept, and their implications. Gabriel explains that suffering, the first truth, is rooted in the five dimensions of identification: form, feelings, perceptions, intentions, and consciousness. The second truth identifies the cause of suffering as craving, specifically for pleasure, self-continuity, and…
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