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Cultivating Mindfulness through Eyes and Ears
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Cultivating Mindfulness through Eyes and Ears
Humans also have eyes. We must train our eyes to be like bamboo knots, because the most important aspect of eyesight is, “Don’t look at things you aren’t supposed to see. Don’t look for trouble. Don’t
This text emphasizes the significance of controlling what we see and hear for maintaining a calm and positive mind. By training our eyes not to focus on negativity and avoiding gossip, we can foster a
Golden Age of Inner Peace
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Golden Age of Inner Peace
Golden Age of Inner Peace 8 imagine how to become that person. A group of researchers set out to discover the source of inner peace. They carried out an experiment using two six-year-old boys, Johnny
In an experiment with two boys, Johnny and Billy, researchers found that external factors have a minor role in determining inner peace. Johnny, in a room full of toys, felt lost and missed his mother,
Glossary of Important Terms in Enlightenment
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Glossary of Important Terms in Enlightenment
Glossary Arahant – Someone who has attained enlightenment (or no longer has defilement). This person is free from greed, delusion, ignorance and such things as that. Baap – The bad stuff that’s floa
This glossary provides definitions of essential terms in the context of enlightenment and mindfulness practices. It discusses concepts such as Arahant, individuals who have achieved enlightenment free
The Queen's Regret
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The Queen's Regret
The queen replied that she was only washing her face, her hands and her feet, and so was doing nothing wrong. Then she continued, "But, that room is very strange. If anyone went into that room, to one
In this story, a queen falsely accuses her husband of misbehavior after observing a strange phenomenon in a room. Despite her denial, the king believes her explanation. Overcome with guilt for her lie
The Struggle with Beliefs
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The Struggle with Beliefs
"Even so, Prince, have you, silly and unintelligent, sought after another world. Renounce, Prince, this evil set of opinions. Let them not involve you for long in bale and sorrow !' 22. 'Even though
In this text, a prince named Payasi is confronted by Master Kassapa regarding his beliefs that deny the existence of an afterlife and the consequences of one's actions. Despite Kassapa's urging, Payas
The Formation of Habits and Teaching Morality
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The Formation of Habits and Teaching Morality
Suzanne Jeffrey which will lead to destructive thoughts and eventually into darkness. So, as we can see, different habits lead to different lives. All of our habits come from our early training. “Ho
This text discusses how habits develop from early training and repeated actions, and emphasizes that both good and bad habits influence our lives. It highlights the need for teachers to first correct
Visualization Meditation with the Crystal Ball
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Visualization Meditation with the Crystal Ball
When you have relaxed your body and mind, start gently envisioning an internal image, visualizing a clear, perfectly round and unblemished crystal ball. It can be any size but should be bright as the
In this meditation practice, create a calm space for your body and mind. Visualize a clear, bright crystal ball, allowing any image to come to you peacefully. Use the mantra 'Samma Arahang' or 'Clear
The Practice of Neidan: Achieving Longevity and Immortality
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The Practice of Neidan: Achieving Longevity and Immortality
finding is a method of finding illumination by returning to the fundamental order of the cosmos65. This involves fully emptying out the contents of consciousness until a condition of union with the wa
The text discusses Neidan, a method for achieving union with the cosmos through deep meditation and consciousness emptying. It examines key concepts such as attaining the One, the empty Way, and the P
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy 150 things is not the correct way to resolve one's problems. If we have to face misfortune over and over again, we would have to go through the same distress because our minds lack the
This passage emphasizes the importance of developing mental strength to face life's adversities. It explains how repeated misfortunes can lead to distress if we do not strengthen our minds. Meditation
The Journey of Wisdom and Meditation
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The Journey of Wisdom and Meditation
Wisdom now I deal with those problems and keep stress to a minimum level. I have true good friends, a beautiful wife and a wonderful son. My life has become complete and I am contented. Before I met t
This passage highlights the profound impact of meditation on the author's life. It reflects on personal growth, the importance of relationships, and the belief in life beyond death. The author credits
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy mind. I started to use my mind, when dealing with my colleagues, instead of my external eyes, because our physical eyes do not allow us to see the true reality of things. Our external e
In "Journey to Joy," the author shares experiences of using mindfulness and meditation to enhance interactions with colleagues and resolve workplace challenges. By focusing on internal perspectives ra
Truth for the Family: Understanding Life and Kamma
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Truth for the Family: Understanding Life and Kamma
Part Five: Truth for the Family has given me an understanding of life in a new way. Firstly, death is not the end. We still have to be reborn as long as we have not gotten rid of our own kilesa. Secon
Part Five of 'Truth for the Family' delves into profound insights on life, emphasizing that death is not the end and that our virtues and vices have consequences. It explores the concepts of kamma and
Exploring Modern Family Dynamics
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Exploring Modern Family Dynamics
Part One Family Life state: In Diversity in America families, Zinn and Eitzen "Contemporary society generally views family as a haven from the world, supplying absolute fulfillment. The family is cons
เนื้อหานี้สำรวจโครงสร้างครอบครัวในปัจจุบันและบทบาทในสังคม มุ่งเน้นที่ความรัก การสนับสนุน และการเติมเต็มส่วนบุคคล ครอบครัวถูกมองว่าเป็นที่หลบภัยจากความท้าทายในชีวิตสมัยใหม่ และบทบาทดั้งเดิมของการปกป้อง
Wisdom for Marriage: Ten Suggestions from a Father to His Daughter
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Wisdom for Marriage: Ten Suggestions from a Father to His Daughter
When they reached Magadha, which was 112 kilometers from the capital of Kosol, Tanachai asked King Pasantikosol, "The city is small and I have a large number of retinue with me. It will be inconvenien
As Lady Visakha prepares for marriage, her father imparts important lessons on maintaining family dignity and relationships. He advises her to keep family matters private, not to bring external issues
Understanding the Three Characteristics of Existence
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Understanding the Three Characteristics of Existence
When we receive fortune, prestige, recognition or happiness, our minds will remain calm, not overwhelmed or attached. A person who is aware of suffering and happiness has trained the mind to be as s
This text discusses the importance of understanding the Three Characteristics of existence: Impermanence, Suffering, and Non-self. It emphasizes that fortune, prestige, and happiness are temporary and
Reassessing U.S. Policy Toward Syria and Democracy in the Middle East
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Reassessing U.S. Policy Toward Syria and Democracy in the Middle East
A new policy toward Syria also needs to recognize the country for what it is: a small country without massive ambitions or ideological crusades, trying to maintain some role in the region. The confron
This text discusses the need for a nuanced U.S. policy toward Syria, recognizing its limited ambitions while encouraging a shift away from its spoiler role in Lebanon and alignment with Iran. It furth
Ethical and Moral Development in Education
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Ethical and Moral Development in Education
Metaphors with a Dharma Master at home and what they are bringing into the classroom. And, how many bad habits can we actually fix? The teachers tend to blame the parents and the parents blame the te
This text discusses the critical role of ethical and moral development in education. It highlights the blame game between parents and teachers when children exhibit bad behavior, asserting that these
Lessons from Buddha: Stability of the Mind
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Lessons from Buddha: Stability of the Mind
Base on this truth, whether we are content or not, as humans, we must learn to have calm and unwavering minds, not to be frightened of life's uncertainties, and know how to remain alert, like the eart
This text reflects on the teachings of Buddha regarding the importance of maintaining a calm and unwavering mind in the face of life's uncertainties. Buddha taught Venerable Rahula that like the earth
The Path to Inner Happiness through Meditation
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The Path to Inner Happiness through Meditation
How to Meditate? Luang Phaw: Yes, you are correct. One can rely on oneself to be Monica happy. In other words, one will fall in love with oneself. : Without being selfish? Luang Phaw: Right, falling i
Luang Phaw discusses the significance of finding happiness within oneself rather than through external means. He emphasizes that true happiness comes from introspection and meditation, which requires
Luang Phaw's Teachings: A Journey of Inner Love and Compassion
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Luang Phaw's Teachings: A Journey of Inner Love and Compassion
ERVICE Luang Phaw's benign compassion for people, reflected in his pioneering deployment of several intuitive techniques in Dhamma education on the satellite program, permeates into hearts all over th
Luang Phaw's benevolent compassion resonates globally, guiding individuals towards inner love and spiritual perfection. His teachings have profoundly influenced people, including the author's sons, in