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… snap; in fact, over one million times per second, (7) If the mind wanders, it is very difficult to get it back on track again, so it is best to keep it from wandering, (8) the mind tends to want to thin…

This text explores the essential characteristics of the mind and how they influence our perceptions, thoughts, and overall mental state. The mind, unlike the physical body, is a subtle entity that can

…he wrong enemy if we allow ourselves to think this way. Second, we must control our mind. We cannot get ‘hooked’ by external materialism – jewelry, perfume, material gar- bage – and we cannot look outsid…

…. The conversation ends on a high note, highlighting the shared joy in discovering these insights together.

…ely to see Luang Por when I arrived back into Bangkok in May of 2009. It was some time before I did get to see him, and that was because, for some reason, the people at the Wat decided that I was a good …

In June 2009, a group meets with Luang Por Dattajevo at his Ashram to discuss a book project on the life of the Lord Buddha. The meeting includes questions from the Peace Revolution team and a writing

… the vocabulary of the Dhamma. 'Kilesa, of course, was created in the universe in order for you to get your mind outside of your body. As soon as the mind is consistently focused on the internal, a pers…

In his teachings, the Buddha discusses the coarseness of the mind due to attachment, anger, and greed. He identifies three groups of people in response to his teachings: true believers, non-believers,

…omeone then asks, "Who created the Universe?" "The Universe was created by three elements coming together: Goodness, unholeness, and impartiality existing in harmony. A continuum of all existence. But '…

This text discusses the creation of the universe as a blend of Goodness, unholeness, and impartiality. It highlights the emergence of 'evil' which led to the creation of beings and the subsequent batt

…ind: Everything we do, everything we are, comes from that source. We simply need to clean our mind, get rid of our defilement, and then we will be functioning with wisdom. “If we think with our brain, w…

In this discussion, the relationship between the brain and mind is explored in the context of Samsara. The text explains that our thinking can often be clouded by the limitations of our brain, leading

…nough to spend the time with us, this is his calling, as you well know. He asks his assistant to get us some pens and notebooks, and when we have them in hand, he begins: "The real problem of livin…

This meeting revolves around a farewell to a dedicated volunteer, Jane Welfar, who has devoted three years to assisting at the Wat. The discussion focuses on Luang Por's insights into the nature of ex

…s harm because we are learning that every time we want something, we just need to whine and we will get it. This is, indeed, a bad habit and one that will be a detrimental one when we grow up. Let's supp…

The text discusses the importance of feelings like gratitude and the influence of parental habits on children's behavior. It emphasizes the need for meditation to understand life's chain reactions and

…s are also a symbol for long life) and call to see if Luang Por was available to see us. When we get to the Ashram, Luang Pi Anurak is there. I have also brought along a writing that I have done so he…

In this meeting at Ashram Bandita, LP Joshua shares stories from his six-week trip in Korat for a significant ordination project. He brings back turtle-planters symbolizing long life. Luang Por’s cont

…ou about refocusing our attention on the true philosophy of the founding of the Wat. How can people get along in this world if we cannot? There is too much garbage going on, and everyone on this internat…

In this meeting, Luang Por highlights the need for the Wat to refocus on its foundational mission of achieving World Peace through Inner Peace. He expresses concern over the limited participation of l

…and straightens up his paperwork. There are no questions. Everyone pays their respects to him as he gets up and leaves the room. It is always confusing for me because I, as a woman, have to get on my kne…

Through meditation, following the Eightfold Path is essential for deeper practice and improvement. Each aspect of the path reinforces the others, aiding in cultivating better meditation. Adherence to

…t to have the motivation. So, we see it takes a lot of everything to change! "Sometimes our health gets in the way of changing, too. Habits are, after all, instilled in us from birth, so when we need to…

In this discussion, Luang Por addresses the difficulty of recognizing and changing bad habits, comparing them to an illness. He explains that bad habits are often ingrained from birth and influenced b

… your mind is the function of environment. If your environment is too dark, you will not be able to get correct information. And this is the very reason why we can’t trust our senses and why we must alwa…

This text discusses the importance of meditation and self-awareness in understanding the mind. It highlights how our perceptions affect our knowledge and the various challenges like health and mood th

… shaped. If we put our mind in the center of the Dhamma, then we will be bright all of the time and get rid of our defilements. Center of the center, middle of the middle! “In meditation, you are an obs…

In this insightful discussion, Luang Por elaborates on the nature of Dhamma, emphasizing that if we center our minds in Dhamma, we can attain clarity and diminish our defilements. He explains that whi

… space. In the closing ceremony, there will be 100,000 of us and that is a pretty amazing thought — getting 100,000 women together. We have gathered in the Saphaa -8,000 women from Bangkok — in order to…

In March 2010, 8,000 women gathered at the Saphaa for a week-long nun-like training at Wat. The experience includes meditation in large communal spaces, where participants wear distinct uniforms. Thou

…here Luang Por will sit, on a raised dais, to address all 8,000 of us. It takes us about an hour to get from our various sections to our seats facing the dais. Luang Por enters, bows three times to the B…

Suzanne Jeffrey discusses her meditation journey at Dhammakaya Cetiya, emphasizing the importance of patience, which she struggles with. Luang Por Dhammajayo's teachings highlight the need for Right L

…use comparisons, and really explain what we are saying, but if the person we are talking to doesn’t get it - if that person does not understand what we are saying - then we have to be honest.

In this enlightening text, the author reflects on the journey of self-improvement over a span of thirty-nine years under the guidance of Luang Por Dhammajayo. Through meditation, the author addresses

…ve a beautiful buffet set in a spacious, and incredibly clean, dining hall. Lots of rice, lots of vegetables, and lots of coffee. The following is the first in a series of talks. They begin at 9AM: Lua…

Around two hundred teachers from Thailand gathered at Panawat for spiritual talks with Luang Por, focusing on being role models for students. The retreat center offers a beautiful environment with spa

…. In meditation, the darkness disappears because it is a natural cleansing of the mind. But when we get up and open our eyes to the world, we are looking out. When we look into the mirror and see the ref…

Suzanne Jeffrey shares her journey from outside meditation to the more profound inside meditation. She emphasizes the need to understand the mind, which often distracts us, leading to lost energy. The

…ing a bad habit is not easy at all. It can take years to do it. Once we have a bad habit, how do we get rid of it? No one can really tell us, so the only way to change is to meditate and find out for our…

The text discusses the journey of overcoming bad habits such as drinking and smoking by following the five precepts, which include associating with good people, listening to the Dhamma, and seeking tr