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A Life of Extraordinary Experiences
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A Life of Extraordinary Experiences
Peace this life that has been truly extraordinary but needless to say, meditation got a back seat. My interests in life include travel, people, writing, cooking, gardening, keeping fit, health, music
This narrative describes an extraordinary life filled with diverse experiences, from traveling the world as a journalist to working in copper mines and playing in a band. The author reflects on witnes
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
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
The Journey of Spiritual Awakening
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The Journey of Spiritual Awakening
Wisdom We are a composite of our experiences. My life was shaped as the youngest child of Latin American immigrants from Colombia, South America. As I follow life's path, I have grown and developed an
This text reflects on the author's spiritual journey, shaped by their experiences as the youngest child of Colombian immigrants. After years of meditation practice, true understanding emerged at the D
Dancing with Angels: A Journey of Feelings
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Dancing with Angels: A Journey of Feelings
Wisdom without words but with feelings. This was a strange but absolutely unforgettable experience. I stayed as long as I could in this place but I had to go back because I was not sure if I had died.
This text shares a unique and transformative experience of feeling at home in a mystical place, reflecting on the profound impact of meditation and the emotions tied to a significant event titled 'The
Journey to Joy: Cultivating Positive Virtues
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Journey to Joy: Cultivating Positive Virtues
Journey to Joy 314 - The second group aims at focusing our mind on positive things or virtues that refresh our mind (Assignments #2, 6, 7 and 9). Good virtues include loving kindness towards all being
This section emphasizes the importance of focusing on positive virtues such as loving kindness, cheerful demeanor, and positive speech. By nurturing these qualities, individuals can enhance their medi
Tomorrow The World Will Change: Testimonies from Inner Peace Pioneers
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Tomorrow The World Will Change: Testimonies from Inner Peace Pioneers
"Tomorrow The World Will Change Testimonies from Inner Peace Pioneers " The peace starts with me as an individual. For every individual who comes to meditate and develops that peace It means 'another
The text discusses the importance of meditation in achieving personal peace, highlighting the experiences of practitioners in South Africa. It emphasizes that meditation is accessible to everyone, reg
Understanding Dhammakāya and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhammakāya and Enlightenment
the function of each particular transcendent dhamma.116 The totality of transcendental qualities constituting each transcendental state, which is identified earlier with dhammakāya, denotes a degree o
This text analyses the concept of dhammakāya, highlighting its connection to enlightenment and the associated happiness. It emphasizes the blameless nature of dhammakāya and notes Gotami's insights in
Journey to Joy: Love in the Right Way
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Journey to Joy: Love in the Right Way
Journey to Joy 40 40 Love in the Right Way rom the first moment of life to the last, From humans have a natural need for love. We feel satisfied when we are loved, and we are miserable when we do not
From our first moments to the last, humans need love to feel satisfied. Bad experiences can lead to a rejection of love, making individuals fearful of trying again. However, everyone can learn to love
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
36 Journey to Joy and enter the Body of Truth within us: the Dhammakaya. This has been a dream of mine for a long time. I have relied on satellite broadcasts to share the meditation experiences of the
Journey to Joy delves into the spiritual concept of Dhammakaya and emphasizes the importance of meditative practices in achieving inner peace. It highlights experiences shared through satellite broadc
The Journey Within: Discovering Peace Through Meditation
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The Journey Within: Discovering Peace Through Meditation
money, own effort by passing through danger, wasting and sometimes losing our wealth, physical organs or even our lives. An external journey creates tedium, temporary joy and limited experiences. As t
This text discusses the contrasting experiences of external and internal journeys. While external journeys may lead to boredom and loss, the internal journey through meditation offers relaxation and g
Meditation Techniques and Daily Practices
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Meditation Techniques and Daily Practices
Part Six: Meditation Technique and Tips session. On other days, you may feel tense and have poor meditation experience because of stress from work. We should observe how daily activities affect medita
In this section, we explore how daily activities impact meditation experiences and provide ten practical assignments for practitioners. By reconnecting with the body's center, cultivating gratitude, a
Ten Homework Assignments for Meditation Practitioners
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Ten Homework Assignments for Meditation Practitioners
Part Six: Meditation Technique and Tips Chapter 33 The Ten Homework Assignments for Meditation Practitioners 1 2 3 4 5 To improve our meditation experience, we must always observe how well we meditate
In this chapter, we delve into ten essential homework assignments designed for meditation practitioners. To enhance our meditation experiences, it is crucial to observe daily meditation practices and
Understanding Kamma: The Interconnection of Actions and Consequences
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Understanding Kamma: The Interconnection of Actions and Consequences
A senior monk once discussed kamma: "The word kamma is a neutral word that does not imply good or bad since kamma means action. An action always carries a consequence. Why do we feel full? It is becau
This text delves into the concept of kamma, explaining it as a neutral term encompassing all forms of action that yield consequences. The author draws parallels between the law of physics and the Law
Dedication of the Phongsawasdi Family
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Dedication of the Phongsawasdi Family
Dedication May every family that reads this book, have happiness, success, and the resolve to always perform good deeds. We dedicate the merits accrued through every written word in this book, to ou
This dedication expresses heartfelt wishes for happiness and success for families reading the book. It honors the memory of ancestors Soon and Huay Phongsawasdi and all family members who have passed
The Eight Worldly Conditions
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The Eight Worldly Conditions
THE WORLD'S COMMON PROBLEMS I The Eight Worldly Conditions The eight things associated with worldly life are gain and loss, honour and dishonour, happiness and misery, praise and blame. All of these a
The eight worldly conditions are gain and loss, honour and dishonour, happiness and misery, and praise and blame. These are inevitable for all individuals regardless of their willingness to accept the
Meditation and the Prosperity of Buddhist Temples
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Meditation and the Prosperity of Buddhist Temples
minds only when they practice meditation until their minds reach a profound level of peacefulness and becomes so bright that they are able to see their minds through the brightness. Most people in thi
The text discusses the significance of meditation in achieving a peaceful mind, which allows individuals to see their true nature. It emphasizes the role of monks in teaching meditation and Dhamma to
The Journey to Ordination and Family Love
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The Journey to Ordination and Family Love
that one can do whenever one wants to. Ordination requires merits accumulated from one's past life, as well as meeting all the qualifications set out in the discipline section of the Tripitaka. Unfort
This narrative recounts a personal journey to ordination, highlighting the significance of family support and love. The author reflects on two near-death experiences, recognizing the love from his mot
The Birth of a Meritorious Person
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The Birth of a Meritorious Person
child to be born to her. When someone from a fortunate realm is ready to be reborn, he will choose the best and most generous mother. Once he enters the womb, he brings good fortune to his mother and
The text discusses the relationship between an unborn child and their mother's well-being, highlighting how the child's past good deeds influence the mother's experiences, such as morning sickness. It
Basic Meditation Practice
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Basic Meditation Practice
Basic Meditation Practice If you have an experience that differs from just seeing the shining sun, do not get excited or emotional. Treat it as though it is normal. Observe the image without emotions.
Practical guidance on meditation encourages practitioners to observe their experiences without emotional reactions. By treating unusual experiences as normal and refining the mind, individuals can div
The Benefits of Meditation
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The Benefits of Meditation
The benefits that I have received from the practice of meditation are enormous. Firstly, it has relieved serious stress problems from which I previously suffered. Secondly, it has helped to solve cert
Dr. Jeffrey Wilson from the University of Sydney shares his profound experiences with meditation, highlighting its role in alleviating stress, addressing philosophical dilemmas, and unlocking access t