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Journey to Joy: Cultivating Happiness through Meditation
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Journey to Joy: Cultivating Happiness through Meditation
Journey to Joy 122 became more calm and patient. We listened more and showed more interest in each other. My husband was happy to see that I became more jovial. He once told me that I looked younger b
…ion enhances personal happiness and familial relationships. Through daily meditation, she discovers calmness and patience, leading to increased joy and a deeper connection with her husband and family. The new…
The Role of Meditation in Personal Development and Teaching
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The Role of Meditation in Personal Development and Teaching
Knowledge and Career Necessarily, I myself have to be a good role model as a teacher - otherwise no one will follow my suggestions. How could I manage that without meditation? Meditation makes me calm
…personal and professional growth. It helps in becoming a better role model as a teacher by bringing calmness and compassion that positively affects students and clients. Through meditation, one can develop pa…
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy 148 "Whenever we are sad, dealing with a loss or a disappointment that causes sorrow and distress, we can meditate to keep our mind calm, focused and positive as well as to provide us w
In moments of sadness or disappointment, meditation serves as a powerful tool to maintain calmness and positivity. It cultivates willpower inspired by profound wisdom, aiding in our understanding of…
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy 152 provides the strength and wisdom to escape sadness and begin a new chapter in our lives. We must maintain our willpower to live and continue performing good deeds no matter what hap
…deeds as we navigate through life's challenges. It suggests that through meditation, we can achieve calmness and the ability to face difficulties such as illness, unemployment, and loss. By cultivating a posi…
Journey to Joy: Finding Inner Peace
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Journey to Joy: Finding Inner Peace
Journey to Joy 156 my eyes closed, easily and gently. I felt serene and relaxed. By just following the voice of the venerable one, I was happy. A smile appeared on my face automatically. If thoughts i
…ep serenity by following a guide's voice. Using the mantra ‘Samma Arahang,’ they achieve a state of calmness, feeling as if they are a clear, bright being. Through this journey, clarity and happiness are enha…
Journey to Joy: The Benefits of Meditation
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Journey to Joy: The Benefits of Meditation
Journey to Joy Pure Inner Wisdom any people have informed me Man that after they have practised meditation, their daily behaviours and abilities to resolve problems improve significantly. Those who ha
…-solving abilities after practicing meditation. Even brief meditation experiences lead to increased calmness, patience, mental clarity, and creativity. These benefits positively impact careers and promote sel…
The Power of Meditation
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The Power of Meditation
Wisdom we should repeat the process often and regularly. Meditation requires discipline, repetition and willpower, so that we do not regress or lose what we have gained. Others know that I meditate. M
…an optimistic outlook on life. People often wonder about the practitioner's perpetual happiness and calmness in the face of challenges. Sharing kindness and prayers with others enhances this journey, making i…
The Power of Non-Thinking in Meditation
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The Power of Non-Thinking in Meditation
Wisdom This brightness didn't hurt my eyes. I compared the crystal ball to a yolk because I couldn't think of anything else that was similar to what I saw. I continued focusing at it peacefully, when
…king. As more spheres appear, the individual feels a sense of relaxation and presence, enjoying the calmness without exerting effort. This state indicates a deeper connection to meditation, fostering tranquil…
Journey to Joy: Discovering Inner Peace
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Journey to Joy: Discovering Inner Peace
…became excited and this interrupted my mind causing the crystal ball to disappear. I still felt the calmness. and peace for many hours afterwards. With four years of meditation experience, I saw the crystal b…
การทำสมาธิอย่างต่อเนื่องทำให้มุมมองของฉันต่อสิ่งต่าง ๆ เปลี่ยนไป ฉันเรียนรู้ที่จะเห็นสิ่งต่าง ๆ จากมุมมองที่หลากหลาย โดยเฉพาะการเห็นลูกแก้วคริสตัลซึ่งทำให้ฉันรู้สึกมีความสุขและสงบใจ แม้กระทั่งเมื่อฉัน
The Transformative Power of Meditation
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The Transformative Power of Meditation
Wisdom a refined body within me, purer and wiser than my physical self was. Seeing the Dhammakaya body makes me feel calm, peaceful and happy, like nothing else. It is happiness beyond what anyone or
…life. It highlights the transformation from an anxious, irritated individual to one who experiences calmness, tolerance, and happiness. With a daily meditation practice that extends from two to four hours, th…
The Benefits of Early Morning Meditation
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The Benefits of Early Morning Meditation
Peace My wife also meditates. With the great desire to meditate, she gets up at 3 a.m. I don't know why it has to be 3 a.m. She automatically gets up at 3 a.m. She says that her mind is clear, light,
…proved clarity and mood. Their young daughter, inspired by adults, attempts meditation and achieves calmness, ceasing her hair-pulling habit. This anecdote illustrates the positive effects of meditation on bo…
Meditation in Everyday Life
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Meditation in Everyday Life
Meditation in Everyday Life daily activities, we should regularly position our minds centrally at the middle of the body, which is 2 finger-widths above our navel level. Accustom our minds to the medi
…ghout the day. This approach not only enhances meditation sessions but also promotes overall mental calmness.
The Path to World Peace
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The Path to World Peace
police, soldiers and criminal justice system will no longer be necessary when all we feel towards one another is joy and friendship. War, terrorism greed and ignorance are eradicated. World peace beg
…hieving world peace starts with individuals, requiring nothing but a peaceful mindset. By achieving calmness at the center of the body, we can spread positivity and work towards eliminating war, terrorism, gr…
Daoist Meditation in the Eastern Han Period
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Daoist Meditation in the Eastern Han Period
… or “fetus breathing,” tunai 吐納, or “expelling the old breath and drawing the new,” zhiguan 止觀, or “calmness and insight,” zuochan 坐禪, or “sitting meditation,” neidan 内丹, or “the inner alchemy.”63 According t…
In the Eastern Han period around 148 CE, Daoist meditation practices already existed, with references found in ancient texts like the Tao Te Ching. Practitioners sought immortality through various tec
Understanding the Five Hindrances in Meditation
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Understanding the Five Hindrances in Meditation
Five Hindrances Hindrances are negative mental states that impede success in meditation. They consist of: Sensual Desire – craving for pleasure of the five senses: sight, sound, smell, taste and tou
…d a lack of energy, while restlessness and agitation involve troubling thoughts that prevent mental calmness. Understanding and overcoming these hindrances is essential for effective meditation practice.
Glossary of Buddhist Terms
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Glossary of Buddhist Terms
…ness as interpreted by Western culture. It is an enduring, transcendental happiness integral to the calmness attained through enlightenment. Once a person has attained Nibbana, he has reached the end of the c…
This glossary provides definitions and insights into crucial Buddhist terms such as Mundane Merit, which refers to merit from good deeds, and Nibbana, the ultimate state of happiness and enlightenment
Understanding Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration
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Understanding Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration
…observe the true nature of the world and life. Simultaneously, we will gain purity, brightness, and calmness. As we repeatedly practice meditation, we will drive the entire cycle forward and eventually, this …
The text outlines the significance of Samma Sati (Right Mindfulness) and Samma Samadhi (Right Concentration) in meditation. Right Mindfulness emphasizes maintaining a focused mind through diligent pra
Meditation Techniques for Stillness and Clarity
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Meditation Techniques for Stillness and Clarity
Suzanne Jeffrey repeated to help you get rid of the monkey mind or that incessant thinking of your brain. At the Wat, they use “Samma Araham” which generally means separating yourself from the bad and
…ty as one practices correctly. Ultimately, success in meditation results in a natural stillness and calmness.
Taming the Mind to Raise its Quality
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Taming the Mind to Raise its Quality
TAMING THE MIND TO RAISE ITS QUALITY Meditation is a legacy passed down from the wisdom of the ancients. The ancients recognized the need to preserve the quality of the mind and placed more importanc
… internal state, utilizing breath and visualization techniques. The Dhammakaya Tradition emphasizes calmness at the body's center as the key to mental refinement. This ongoing process fosters a serene and foc…
Understanding Nibbana and Key Buddhist Concepts
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Understanding Nibbana and Key Buddhist Concepts
… as an interpreted by Western culture. It is an enduring, transcendentall happiness integral to the calmness attained through enlightenment. Once a person has attained Nibbana, he has reached the end of the c…
Nibbana, or Nirvana, represents the ultimate happiness in Buddhism, transcending ordinary joy and marking the end of the rebirth cycle. It's a state of perfect enlightenment that goes beyond language,