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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

Journey to Joy 154 My name is Pat Goski. I am a 52 year-old American working as a registered nurse. I was raised in the Catholic tradition, converted to a more fundamental type of Christianity and hav

My name is Pat Goski, a 52-year-old American nurse. After the tragic loss of my son on November 27, 2004, I faced immense pain and devastation. Despite losing my job, income, and friends, I continued

Hope and Willpower me In the beginning of 2005, someone urged to meditate consistently, saying that he believed meditation would be the key to my healing. Indeed, it was. The following summer, I was r

In 2005, I was encouraged to meditate for healing, leading me to the Dhammakaya meditation center in New Jersey. Upon my arrival, the serene atmosphere and evening chants made me feel at home. I embra

Hope and Willpower teach him how to speak English. I offered to teach without any charges in exchange for meditation lessons. He kindly agreed. Last year, I encountered a big problem because my husban

In this heartfelt narrative, the author shares their experience of facing intense emotional turmoil when their partner decided to end a long-term relationship. The pain of losing both a partner and a

Hope and Willpower I felt great sorrow when my husband, the main provider of the family, died from a bus accident in the beginning of 2001. I felt that I had lost everything and cried so much that I d

This heartfelt narrative details the overwhelming sorrow and despair experienced after the sudden death of a husband and the amputation of both legs due to an accident. The author struggles with feeli

Journey to Joy 170 I was a legless single mother of two young children at that point of time in my life. I had to take care of my children on top of the challenges I faced when taking care of myself.

In this inspiring narrative, a legless single mother recounts her journey of overcoming daily challenges to care for her two young children. For over six months, she managed to handle household chores

Hope and Willpower sit and watch over the store. I was very tired and exhausted. My body was tired and worn because I had to carry out repeated activities. I felt pain at the point where my legs were

ในช่วงเวลาที่มีความทุกข์ที่สุด ฉันได้พบกับความเปลี่ยนแปลงที่ดีขึ้นผ่านการดูรายการ DMC และการทำสมาธิอย่างต่อเนื่องที่บ้านในอำเภอแม่สาย จังหวัดเชียงราย แม้ว่าจะต้องทนทุกข์เป็นเวลานาน แต่วันนี้ฉันรู้สึกม

Journey to Joy 172 I realised that I have to seek the best path of survival for my life. In the beginning, when I practised chanting daily, I had to climb 40 steps to get to the second floor of the ho

Journey to Joy narrates the author's determination to find the best path for survival by engaging in daily chanting and meditation. Initially faced with the challenge of climbing 40 steps, the author

Journey to Joy 174 seek Dhamma for myself. I believe nobody else can help us, therefore we must help ourselves." Before coming to Wat Phra Dhammakaya, I had already practised meditation. My husband wo

In this text, the author recounts her journey of seeking Dhamma and practicing meditation at Wat Phra Dhammakaya. Prior meditation experiences included guided sessions by Luang Phaw Dhammajayo, where

Wisdom CC A person who earnestly meditates and attains the Dhammakaya will discover that wisdom lies within. When we meditate, a bright light will emerge. We will be able to see this inner light as cl

In his teachings, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo emphasizes that through earnest meditation, individuals can attain the Dhammakaya and uncover the wisdom within themselves. This practice unveils a bright light

Wisdom that their thoughts and speech originate from a pure and powerful source. A person who earnestly meditates and attains the Dhammakaya will discover that wisdom lies within. When we meditate, a

This text discusses how meditation and the attainment of the Dhammakaya lead to the discovery of inner wisdom. It describes how through meditation, one can perceive a gentle inner light, reminiscent o

Journey to Joy 186 Mr. Leon Bourne (United Kingdom) ""I have noticed some side effects from meditation. I used to drink heavily, now I don't. I used to take drugs and smoke, now I don't. I used to be

In this excerpt from 'Journey to Joy,' Mr. Leon Bourne shares his personal journey of transformation through meditation. He reflects on how the practice has helped him overcome heavy drinking, drug us

Wisdom I have always known that our physical presence, as we know it, is not all there is to life. I lost my father when I was eight years old. This was my first experience with death and it affected

This narrative delves into the profound effects of losing a loved one and the quest for deeper understanding beyond physical existence. The author shares personal experiences of grief and the search f

Wisdom A few years before I went to Germany, I had what I call my first life-changing experience through meditation and it blew me away! I was meditating almost daily at this time and on three separat

The narrator recounts their first life-changing experience with meditation, where they reached profound states that prompted them to halt their sessions early. With time, they embraced the unknown dep

Wisdom work. When I completed school, I took a job as a carpenter and joiner, and completed a full apprenticeship. I had never been out of work and had never found the need to advertise, as my work wa

The narrative shares the author's journey as a carpenter and joiner who thrived on referrals and recommendations. His work on new houses and refurbishments became a source of stability and enlightenme

Wisdom I have pledged 10 gold Buddha statues to the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya in Thailand. Since meditating the Dhammakaya way through visualising a crystal ball, I have had two exceptional meditations.

In this reflective piece, the author shares their personal meditation journey after pledging 10 gold Buddha statues to the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya in Thailand. Guided by a friend, Hui, the author explo

Wisdom come anywhere close to the beauty of what I saw. Since then, I tried hard to repeat that experience many times, but unfortunately sometimes trying too hard did not yield results. I often medita

This passage reflects on the author's journey with meditation as a way to combat insomnia and achieve clarity of thought. The author describes how a profound experience with light during meditation ha

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 202 Prior to 2005, my religious and spiritual experiences provided only pieces of a puzzle to my understanding of life's spirituality. I had begun my religious studies as a six year old

This narrative recounts the author's spiritual journey prior to 2005, exploring diverse religions and practices. Starting from childhood, the author engages with meditation, prayer, and various sects,

Journey to Joy 206 nirvana, Dhammakaya, so it is to our advantage that we develop this practice as a habit and ritual. I am working on this area. I have the advantage of working an hour away from home

This text discusses the importance of developing a habit of chanting and seeking inner light as a means to achieve joy and connect with the Divine. The author shares personal experiences of listening