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… as they feel the peace and beauty we maintain in our minds. The calm and peaceful state of mind we share with others will conquer all. Thus, to elevate our morality to a higher level, we must rely on t…

words, it is the ability to have endurance for others' weaknesses. Once the couple is married and begins living together, there will be many responsibilities one must undertake for one's spouse and on

…r people might look down on us for having a job with a lower status, we do not have anything to be ashamed of. We should be proud of our honest way of living, like the doormat that only serves to rid th…

honest with every job they did throughout their lives, they could tell their stories proudly: "Ever since we were young, when we had to get a job, even if it was to empty or to clean the toilets, we w

…rue of everything in this world. Everything in this world has a value. Gold is valued for it bright shiny color. Diamond is strong. Glass is clear and reflective. Humans have their own minds and thought…

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 sta

… the time of the Lord Buddha. Ten Suggestions From a Father to His Daughter on Her Wedding Day When she came of age Lady Visakha was to be married to the son of another family in Kosol. Her father gave …

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

…deeds you will go to Heaven. 3. When you perform bad deeds you will go to hell. 4. When you extinguish all your kilesa (defilements of the mind) you will go to Nibbana. As we continue in the cycle of bi…

the mind) you will go to Nibbana. As we continue in the cycle of birth and rebirth, we must concentrate on eliminating bad deeds and only on accumulating good deeds. Purify your minds as much and as c

… continually since ancient times. During the Cheng Meng Season (a Chinese tradition of ancestral worship), as two sisters were making their way to pay respect at their family's shrine, they came across …

… continually since ancient times. During the Cheng Meng Season (a Chinese tradition of ancestral worship), as two sisters were making their way to pay respect at their family's shrine, they came across …

…n," written by The Moral Development through Education Foundation. We asked for their permission to share their teachings in this book. The reader may refer to that book if further details are required.…

knowledge and moral training from their parents. The parents never leave their children to the mercy of nature. Even though they may not be wealthy, their children have the ability to develop a solid

…speak about, and act upon three different things: 1) The four requisites, which are clothing, food, shelter, and medicine. 2) Our assignments 3) Our daily routine. Habits develop from the way we utilize…

Where do Children's Habits come from? After parents learn that good children must not be troublesome, ignorant, or careless towards others, the question now is, how do parents cultivate these traits i

… bad reputation. A person effectively manages a budget because he was taught to endure physical hardship, pain and suffering, conflict, and the stimulants of defilements. With this endurance, he knows t…

… bad reputation. A person effectively manages a budget because he was taught to endure physical hardship, pain and suffering, conflict, and the stimulants of defilements. With this endurance, he knows t…

… and ready to leave the family to start their own lives, parents must accept their independence. We should still offer them advice, be their counsel, and give them encouragement. Most importantly, paren…

them the Jataka (stories of the past lives of the Lord Buddha), making sure they do their chanting before bed, and teaching them how to offer Dana (generosity) through methods such as offering alms to

…our cows, tie them. If you love your children, spend time with them." Since children read books, we should take great care in selecting them. If they want to read comics or biology, we must read along w…

Be a good role model for the children to observe The first factor is the most difficult because many parents do not realize how influential they are to their children. Before we can begin to be good r

…ual because they think that the things they see on television are how things really are. 2. Parents should check for television programs that are educational, and allot the appropriate amount of time to…

C It is often too late when parents finally realize that this behavior stems from letting their children watch inappropriate television programs when they are not yet mature enough to discern right fr

…s like waking up late, deceitfulness and lying. Children who do not get enough sleep, or do not finish their home work, will not want to go to school. They will lie to their parents about not feeling we…

…s like waking up late, deceitfulness and lying. Children who do not get enough sleep, or do not finish their home work, will not want to go to school. They will lie to their parents about not feeling we…

Dinner is an important meal that should be reserved for the family. Missing it would be unfortunate since everyone must tend to their o…

Dinner is an important meal that should be reserved for the family. Missing it would be unfortunate since everyone must tend to their o…

…will be capable of approaching and addressing a situation. If parents still lack virtues, then they should not approach others about their behavior. People must be considerate of their community. A pers…

If parents behave appropriately toward their neighbors, they will be loved and respected. Then it may be appropriate for them to remind their neighbors of the neighbors' behavior. The Lord Buddha taug

…ing for these people will teach us to care for their minds, as well, while they fight with pain. By showing our children how to take care of those in poor health, when we pass away, we are assured that …

home there would be a big water basin with a scooper or a cup next to it. If a passerby was thirsty, he could quench his thirst. A simple water basin becomes a basin of value, converting plain water i

… about it so that they will be delighted. 4) Persuade them to strictly observe the 5 Precepts. They should not kill even an ant or a mosquito. 5) Invite them to meditate. This is very important. You cou…

(Derajchanpome: Earth) a hungry ghost, a demon, or a Hell creature (Pretapume, Asurakayapome, or Narokkapume: Hell). Sugati and Duggati are the destinations of those who pass away where they must face

make sound judgments whether they should or should not do something. 2. Keeping your children away from Apayamukha. In the event where t…

make sound judgments whether they should or should not do something. 2. Keeping your children away from Apayamukha. In the event where t…

…is puzzle. Choosing One's Life Partner Luang Phaw explained that in choosing one's life partner, we should observe married couples and analyze their experience. We will find that before the couples were…

Even before problems arise, if parents discus these topics with their children, lovingly and rationally, their children will understand the immense love parents have for them. This can be the starting

…g ceremony, the merit from which would help him at work. The conflict with his boss was in still fresh in his mind and feeling a little hung over, he retorted, "Merit! I can't see it helping anyone. I p…

We have learned about the roads leading to ruin numerous times, but we have never implemented the principles to avoid them into our daily lives. When we suffer, we blame society or someone else. Luang