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The Importance of a Wholesome Environment
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The Importance of a Wholesome Environment
Human beings must live in a wholesome environment in order to prosper. A good person cannot get out of the house to perform good deeds if his safety is threatened by gangs or drunkards. It is importan
Human beings thrive in a wholesome environment, free from threats. A mind cultivated through good deeds promotes peace within families and communities. Meditation is essential for personal growth and
Accepting Change in Marriage and Happiness
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Accepting Change in Marriage and Happiness
Accepting Change Many people realize that once they are married, marriage is not what they imagined it to be. Their expectations may have been influenced by idealistic love stories from movies and tel
The text discusses the reality of marriage and love, contrasting idealistic expectations with the truth of change and impermanence. It highlights that true happiness must come from within rather than
Understanding Parenting and Marital Life
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Understanding Parenting and Marital Life
may feed, raise, teach and do everything for the child, she cannot expect him or her to be everything she wants him or her to be. Sometimes the child would obey her but other times they would not. As
This text discusses the nature of parenting, emphasizing that while parents nurture children, they can't entirely control their development. It highlights the limitations of married life, likening it
Navigating Chastity in Marriage
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Navigating Chastity in Marriage
she was at the level of a Sotapanna (Stream-Enterer), one who attained the first stage of holiness. As a married woman, she performed the duties of a good wife and had 20 children (10 sons and 10 daug
This text discusses the complexities of living a chaste life while fulfilling marital duties. It highlights the experiences of notable figures like a Sotapanna woman, Pipphali and Bhaddakapilani, and
The Power of Universal Love and Self-Care
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The Power of Universal Love and Self-Care
to during harsh times, and also in the final moments of his or her lives. Even after death, we can still rely on it. It is our constant refuge until we reach the ultimate goal. If we love ourselves, w
This text emphasizes the significance of self-care and self-love during challenging times, underscoring that we are ultimately responsible for our joy and sadness. It discusses how meditation can puri
The Essence of Life and Love
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The Essence of Life and Love
What is Life? What is life? A fantasy lived half asleep Which disappears at dawn, Or time we borrow but cannot keep Soon to be repaid with interest? Life so far has been merely a reflection upon water
บทความนี้สอบถามธรรมชาติของชีวิตและความรักผ่านมุมมองของธัมมา เปรียบเทียบชีวิตกับจินตนาการและการแสวงหาความสุขที่แท้จริง ในเนื้อหาเสนอเรื่องราวจริงจากผู้ที่บรรลุ 'Lovely Love' ผ่านการใช้ความรู้ทางธรรมในช
Wisdom for a Happy Marriage
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Wisdom for a Happy Marriage
ERVICE S Luang Phaw Dhammajayo shared his words of wisdom on a couple's life, which was to: "Smile always, stay serene and be subtle-minded and then his heart will surrender". These words inculcated s
Luang Phaw Dhammajayo offers profound wisdom for couples, emphasizing the importance of smiling, maintaining serenity, and being subtle-minded to foster love and commitment. A woman's journey showcase
Overcoming Parenting Challenges through Meditation
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Overcoming Parenting Challenges through Meditation
ERVICE S had to suffer and was most adversely affected by my mood swings. I remember crying my eyes out beholding his soft skin covered with wheals following the blows that were of my doings. The abje
This narrative explores the author's struggles with mood swings and parental guilt that affected their child and marriage. Through meditation and embracing Buddhist principles, the author sought to im
The Journey of Meditation and Merit Making
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The Journey of Meditation and Merit Making
ERVICE S Ever since then, I have been watching the DMC program consistently. If I miss the program for a single day, I feel uncomfortable. After three months, I decided not to return the satellite dis
This narrative details a personal journey of embracing meditation and merit-making practices, overcoming familial challenges, and fostering a deeper connection with spirituality. The author describes
Journey to Harmony: A Testimony of Love and Understanding
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Journey to Harmony: A Testimony of Love and Understanding
ERVICE Nowadays, we live in harmony and we have a good understanding of one another. We are two individuals on the same journey leading to heaven on earth and the afterlife. People are amazed that we
In this inspiring testimony, Mrs. Sawangjit Jacschke shares her transformative journey towards love and harmony with her husband, Hanswerner, after discovering the teachings of Luang Phaw and the DMC
Jealousy and Marital Struggles
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Jealousy and Marital Struggles
ERVICE good reasons. My rules were simple, they were: (1) I was always right, and (2) If you didn't understand, check out rule number one. Sometimes, I would become mad and throw things around, but my
This text delves into the author's personal struggles with jealousy and possessiveness within her marriage. The author describes rules she enacted, her husband's reactions, and the tensions that arose
The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
ERVICE I couldn't help thinking a lot, sometimes I kept thinking until midnight. One sleepless night, I decided to try meditating. I just sat and let time go by, waiting for myself to feel sleepy. I d
The narrative illustrates a woman's journey through meditation, revealing how it leads her to inner peace, emotional stability, and a better understanding of herself. Initially sleepless and contempla
Transformative Journey through Meditation
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Transformative Journey through Meditation
CERVICE Testimony 4 Mrs Taweeporn Tansanguan Thailand "Presently, our married life is like that of angels, which differs greatly from the past. In the past, people say we were like a couple that compr
Mrs. Taweeporn Tansanguan, a housewife from Thailand, shares her journey of transformation through meditation. Initially, her life was chaotic, characterized by excessive drinking and failed businesse
Reflections on Alcoholism and Relationships
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Reflections on Alcoholism and Relationships
ERVICE S around the same night until morning. I was nicknamed a 'ghost' because I rested during the daytime and woke up at night to drink. I spent more than a thousand baht a day leading this kind of
In this poignant account, the narrator shares their battle with alcoholism, detailing the toll it takes on their life and marriage. Despite frequent binge drinking and neglecting their partner, the na
The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
ERVICE S Sometimes, after offering food to monks, I did not pour ceremonial water immediately but had some drinks first. Apart from being an alcoholic, I was also a lottery addict. Every fortnight, I
This narrative describes the author's tumultuous past marked by alcoholism, anger, and violence towards loved ones. Their life transforms after attending the Panawat Meditation Park in 2003, where the
Transforming Through Meditation: A Journey to Kindness
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Transforming Through Meditation: A Journey to Kindness
ERVICE S Since then, my life has changed dramatically. I do not act violently or break The Precepts anymore. Now, I spend time with books and meditation. Every morning and evening, I greet other peopl
This narrative chronicles a significant personal transformation through meditation. The author reflects on their previous life marked by anger and violence, contrasting it with their newfound calmness
A Journey of Love and Resilience
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A Journey of Love and Resilience
CERVICE Testimony 5 Ms Pornprachern Boonsungnern, USA "When I love others, I give that person 100 percent, but in turn the hurt I get is equivalent to what I give. If I love myself, I give to myself 1
Ms. Pornprachern Boonsungnern, a 49-year-old singer from Nevada, USA, reflects on her life of suffering and joy. Losing her mother young, she lived in poverty but found hope through music. Winning a s
Journey to Dhamma: A Personal Transformation
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Journey to Dhamma: A Personal Transformation
ERVICE merits. If I had huge problems, I would make huge merits. This was how I learned about Wat Phra Dhammakaya in 2001, under the guidance of a good fellow (kalyanamitta) from Korat who suggested t
This text chronicles a personal journey of spiritual growth, initiated by the author's experiences at Wat Phra Dhammakaya and the DMC program. From the suggestion of a friend, the author contributed t
Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
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Understanding Key Concepts in Buddhism
10. Sotapanna Also known as the stream-enterer. The sotapanna is a partially-enlightened person, who has eradicated the first three fetters of the mind, that prevent freedom. Sotapannaship is the firs
This text provides insights into fundamental Buddhist concepts. It discusses the Sotapanna, which signifies a stream-enterer who has achieved partial enlightenment by overcoming initial mental fetters
Meditation for Self-Love and Universal Kindness
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Meditation for Self-Love and Universal Kindness
continuously. Repeat the mantra in your mind gently, allowing the mantra to slowly echo from the middle of the bright sun within your abdomen. Repeat the mantra 'Samma Arahang' repeatedly, which means
This text provides a meditation practice centered around the mantra 'Samma Arahang', focusing on purifying the mind to achieve self-love and universal kindness. The practice involves visualizing a bri