Motivation - must be pure and for the benefit of all beings
Way of Life - meditation
Approach to the Teachings - vessel analogy (upside down, leaking, contaminated.)
Faith - amplifies energy and enthusiasm/confidence (faith that it will work)
Objects of Faith - Triple Gem, Karma, Four Noble Truths
Objects of Refuge - Triple Gem (external and internal)
Three stages of practice
Prep
Practice
Dedication
Taking Refuge:
"In Buddha, Dharma and Saṅgha I take refuge until enlightenment is gained.
By the merit of my giving and other good deeds, may I attain Buddhahood for the sake of all sentient beings."