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The Dangers of Self-Destructive Behaviors
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The Dangers of Self-Destructive Behaviors
self-destructive behavioural vices as drinking, nightlife, too much indulgence in sensual pleasure, gambling, associating with bad company, and laziness. These actions may not necessarily be considere
This text highlights various self-destructive behaviors such as excessive drinking, nightlife, and indulgence in pleasures that can lead to addiction and negative life outcomes. It warns against assoc
Chapter 4: Cultivating Good Emotions through Meditation
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Chapter 4: Cultivating Good Emotions through Meditation
The extracted text from the image is: ----------- Chapter 4 Those who meditate with consistency will have good emotions, and can easily see and understand the truth that everyone has good and bad in
Chapter 4 emphasizes the significance of regular meditation in helping individuals recognize the duality of good and bad within themselves and others. By understanding this balance, people can cultiva
The Origins of Children's Habits
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The Origins of Children's Habits
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
Children's habits stem from the repetitive actions, thoughts, and speech they engage in, heavily influenced by their parents. If children are exposed to unwholesome behaviors, they may develop bad hab
Instilling Good Values in Children
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Instilling Good Values in Children
The children will believe that "when you do something good you will receive good in return" is false; and "when you misbehave you receive good in return" is true. When these children grow up they will
The text emphasizes that children often misinterpret the relationship between good actions and their consequences. It stresses the need for parents to discipline rather than indulge, teaching children
Understanding the Eightfold Path in Buddhism
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Understanding the Eightfold Path in Buddhism
Suzanne Jeffrey "The path begins with Right View, Samma-Ditthi. This is also called Right Understand- ing. On one level, this means that we understand that there is cause and effect: that do- ing goo
The text outlines the initial parts of the Eightfold Path in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of Right View, which differentiates good and bad actions based on cause and effect. Right Intention is
Weekend Meditation Retreat at Wat Phra Dhammakaya
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Weekend Meditation Retreat at Wat Phra Dhammakaya
…at the same time are able to train themselves. This effectively helps them reduce or quit all their bad temptations. This is the way to bring goodness to themselves, their families and society.
Join the Weekend Meditation Retreat at Wat Phra Dhammakaya every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at no cost. This retreat is open to individuals of all ages and genders who wish to meditate and cultivate
Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
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Understanding Karma and Human Behavior
Introduction of our actions having brought this suffering of disharmony into our lives and seek to address the causes that are creating and accumulating bad karma. And our accumulated karma designate
This text delves into the impact of our actions on accumulating karma and the subsequent effects on our lives and rebirth. It outlines the ten bodily conditions we face as we navigate life and the nec
Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Our Lives
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Understanding Kamma and Its Impact on Our Lives
accumulating bad kamma they are like prisoners in their own kammic cells, unaware of their perpetual imprisonment. Unfortunately, as aforementioned, this prison of life is so vast that we cannot see t
This text discusses the nature of kamma and its profound impact on our lives, likening bad kamma to a prison that limits our awareness and actions. It emphasizes how thoughts, speech, and actions dire
The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
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The Power of Honest Work and Meditation
When doing honest work the mind becomes less clouded, becoming brighter, which will help facilitate the practice of meditation. This will be the beginning step to reach the inner light and the absolut
Honest work illuminates the mind, paving the way for successful meditation. This journey creates good habits and positive energy, fostering happiness and health. Conversely, dishonest actions breed ne
Understanding Kamma and Its Effects on Life
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Understanding Kamma and Its Effects on Life
Suzanne Jeffrey " Meditation and concentration help us to discover and understand all of this. One of our jobs, as you well know, is to train the future leaders so that they will understand this, too
In this discourse, Suzanne Jeffrey emphasizes the significance of meditation and concentration in understanding Kamma, which refers to the actions we take and their intentions. We are tasked with trai
The Impact of Actions on Our Future Lives
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The Impact of Actions on Our Future Lives
Suzanne Jeffrey “If we do something good, then we have this good energy floating around out there, and we should make a wish to create something good. If we do something bad, then something bad will
Suzanne Jeffrey discusses the importance of our actions and feelings in shaping our future lives. She emphasizes that positive actions create good energy and can lead to rebirth in supportive environm
Creating Boon through Meditation and Right Actions
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Creating Boon through Meditation and Right Actions
"How do we generate, or create, boon?" I ask. Luang Por says: "Suppose you see evil. As soon as you decide to do nothing about it, or as soon as you decide to do something about it, boon happens. To
In this enlightening discussion, Luang Por explains the process of generating boon, emphasizing the importance of separating actions into three categories: giving up bad habits, performing good deeds,
The Patience of Growing Good Deeds
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The Patience of Growing Good Deeds
After three or four months, although there is still no banana to consume, there will be banana leaves that we can use for wrapping. After eight or nine months, there is yet no banana to eat, but there
This text uses the metaphor of growing banana plants to illustrate that good deeds require time and favorable conditions to yield positive outcomes. Just as banana plants take a year to bear fruit, go
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
50 50 Journey to Joy Mr. Richard Braun (Germany) ❝"Meditation to attain the Dhammakaya has restrained me from having bad thoughts. When I have bad thoughts, I can clear them out very quickly before I
In this heartfelt account, Mr. Richard Braun from Germany shares how meditation to achieve the Dhammakaya has significantly transformed his life. He emphasizes how this practice helps him swiftly elim
Meditation and its Impact on Children
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Meditation and its Impact on Children
visualizing the Buddha image. When they grow up, we can be sure that our children, when facing problems, will stay cool, calm and collected. "Can meditation really change a human being? When we open o
This text delves into the significance of teaching meditation to children, highlighting its potential to instill calmness and self-reflection. By learning to meditate, children can better assess thems
The Power of the Mind
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The Power of the Mind
136 THE POWER OF THE MIND VIXII The Power from Stillness Regular meditation will result in courage to overcome obstacles and temptations, and eventually we will take control of our own minds. This can
Regular meditation cultivates courage, enabling us to conquer obstacles and temptations. By stilling our minds daily, we can take control of our thoughts and actions, leading to personal empowerment.
Acts of Self-Discipline: Understanding the Five Precepts
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Acts of Self-Discipline: Understanding the Five Precepts
Part Five: Truth for the Family Chapter 25 Acts of Self-Discipline What are the five precepts and why are they important? "The rules to live by" that good people universally adhere to are known in as
In Chapter 25, 'Acts of Self-Discipline,' the importance of the Five Precepts is discussed as essential guidelines for living ethically. Many young people today overlook these codes, viewing virtuous
Meditation for Family Well-Being
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Meditation for Family Well-Being
Part Five: Truth for the Family Chapter 26 Meditation and Family Meditation is the most effective way to train the mind to focus and gain clarity. Consistent practice strengthens the mind so that it w
Chapter 26 discusses the importance of meditation in strengthening the mind's clarity and focus, particularly for children. It emphasizes that while ethical teachings are important, meditation provide
Meditation Practices and Activities at Centres
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Meditation Practices and Activities at Centres
Each centre has regular meditation practise and activities including offering sustenance to Buddha on every first Sunday of the month, dedicating merit to the decreased, releasing fish and other creat
Each centre hosts regular meditation practices and activities like offering sustenance to Buddha, dedicating merit to the deceased, and releasing creatures. Special ceremonies are complemented by cour
Instilling a Love of Meditation in Our Children
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Instilling a Love of Meditation in Our Children
Chapter 34 Instilling a Love of Meditation in Our Children Meditation is the most effective way to train the mind to focus. The practice helps to strengthen the mind so that it will not be easily div
Meditation is vital for training children’s minds to focus, helping them resist temptations. Parents should inspire a love for meditation from a young age to enhance their ability to absorb guidance.