Is there a motivation to start the path?
In this eighth episode of "What is Dzogchen?", the first of a series of three on the Dzogchen path, Mila Khyentse Rinpoche and Damien Brohon discuss the different types of motivation that lead us to start the path, with insight into the approach taken in traditional Asian societies.Host : Marie-LaureNotesThe Dzogchen Path: In this series of three episodes, we'll look at what motivates us to take this path, how to practice it, and finally, the characteristics of this path. In this episode, we will focus on the motivation.Recap & Takeaways“What is Dzogchen?” series, Episode 8: Is there a motivation to start the path ?Current motivations for starting the Dzogchen path 1’56Curiosity and direct experience as a doorways 3’41Questioning the reality of the self 4’25The desire to know oneself better 5’32The two main motivations today: the desire to end suffering and confusion 6’47The different kind of motivations in traditional Asian societies 10’01The unconventional motivation of Great Perfection 12’01Developing the right motivation through practice along the way 15’20Cultivating patience: a crucial quality on the path 17’27