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Expertise
I can answer certain questions about the Tibetan Mahayana path as well as many questions about basic Buddhism. If I do not know the answer chances are I can find out very quickly as I live in a Buddhist retreat center.
Experience in the area
I have been practicing Buddhism for over seven years and have had teachings from many very qualified Mahayana teachers such as Jon Landaw, Tubten Pende and Venerable Robina Courtin
Publications
I have written articles on Buddhism for the on line magazine, Suite 101
Education/Credentials
I have a BA in theatre from The Unversity of South Florida
What do you like about this subject?
Buddhism is a wonderful practice in training the mind and giving a clear road map to becoming a better person
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
I hope to learn more and more so I may be of more and more benefit to all sentient betings
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marc | 11/20/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks again for the taking the time ..... |
| hengvongvimean | 10/29/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thank for answer but u sould think ..... |
| Fox | 10/26/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much, I will look ..... |
| NG | 10/22/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | that is an excellent answer, thank u ..... |
| marc | 10/19/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thank you for your comments! |
Recent Answers from Laurie McLauglin
2009-11-12 devas:
Hello Marc Thank you for letting me answer your question. I understand your confusion I believe. The difference comes from spelling God with a capital G and god with a small g. Capital God is the
2009-11-08 renunciation in buddhism:
Thank you for your kind words about my answers. From my side, it stems from trying to understand and answer the question you are asking and not answering the question I want to answer. I am honored to
2009-11-07 self vs service:
Hello Karen Sorry it took so long to get back to you. Thank you for letting me answer your question. You are not alone in your apprehension that when you try to serve others and be selfless, you
2009-11-03 renunciation in buddhism:
Hello again Katy. I am happy to try to answer your questions again. I will answer your questions from the bottom up. Interestingly enough you asked the perfect question at the bottom of your second
2009-10-30 renunciation in buddhism:
Hello Katy - Thank you for letting me answer your question. This worldly life is called "Samsara". It is the cycle of birth, ageing, sickness and death. It is a place full of suffering. Buddha Shakyamuni
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