Trusting Your Inner Guru

Before many meditations, Tibetan Buddhists recite the refuge prayer, honouring the Buddha, the Dharma and the Sangha. In this talk, we’ll explore a secular, psychological perspective on this practice - shifting from relying solely on external teachers, teachings and communities, toward discovering refuge within ourselves. The “inner guru” is the radiant, wise nature already present in each of us, waiting beneath the fog of self-doubt and distraction.

Together, we’ll reflect on how to connect with and trust this inner wisdom - so that in meditation and in life, we can move forward with greater clarity, confidence and self-trust.

Reviews

Olivia you sure packed a lot into this short talk! I had to listen twice to let it sink in, and it will take longer to fully comprehend. I really appreciate how you interpret and share these Buddhist teachings in ways we can understand and apply to our own journeys. Thank you.

This is a lesson I need to come back to often, because very often I have trouble believing in myself. I appreciate the clarity here.