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When some people learn they are being gossiped about, they become so furious that they could kill the person who started the rumor. But if we know how to turn our ears into a wok handles, those words

When faced with gossip, it's crucial to avoid anger and take comments lightly, allowing them to blow away. By not taking insults to heart, individuals can maintain a peaceful mindset. Compliments shou

The Buddha answered this question in one word: benevolence. That is to say mutual benevolence, the practice the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence (Sangahavatthu), promote happiness in living togethe

This text discusses the Buddha's concept of mutual benevolence as the foundation for happiness in relationships. It outlines the Four Universal Forms of Benevolence: Giving, Pleasant Speech, Mutual Be

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

But to be able to control their own behavior, they must fully understand the Law of Kamma. Then, when there is the opportunity to commit bad deeds, and nobody is watching, they will be able to control

The Law of Kamma emphasizes the importance of understanding one's behavior and the effects of good and bad deeds. It is crucial for individuals to realize that good actions usually lead to positive ou

When people lose their faith in Buddhism, they do not teach their children to pay respect to the monks. They show no interest in studying Buddhist teachings and stop making merit. All temple activitie

When faith in Buddhism wanes, respect for monks declines, leading to a stagnation of temple activities. Negative portrayals of monks can mislead the public; thus, critical thinking is essential. The S

6) When the Lord Buddha faced an expert on debate, He used His wisdom to solve this problem. Each of His words possessed truth, correctness, and reason. 7) In one case, Ven. Moggallana," as the Lord B

This text reflects on the wisdom exhibited by the Lord Buddha when facing challenges like debate and Wrong Views. Ven. Moggallana, representing the Buddha, utilized supernatural powers against Nandopā

ABOVE ALL CIRCUMSTANCES VXIV Meditation for Mental Strength We must practice meditation in order to attain true happiness, which will arise only when we bring our minds back within ourselves. When our

Meditation is essential for achieving true happiness by calming the mind and fostering an inner sense of contentment. It promotes positive thoughts and actions, enabling us to overcome obstacles and r

THE POWER OF THE MIND VIXI Organize the Mind through Meditation If we meditate everyday, our minds will be familiar with the center of the body and the state which focuses our mind. This practice does

Meditating every day helps us connect with the center of our body and focus our minds. This practice refines our thoughts, speech, and actions, leading to greater efficiency. Despite temptations of wo

(3) Meditate to purify the mind (meditation is simply the act of calming and clarifying the mind and it is not necessarily related to any religion). It is easy to see that anyone, anywhere can comfort

Meditation helps clarify the mind and can be practiced by anyone. Good deeds, or boonya, accumulate positive energy that leads to happiness and stability. The intention behind actions matters signific

Part One: Family Life day. Self-control can also be referred to as "loving to train our self". In order to do this, we need a great mentor, or teacher. The problem, of course, is how to find one. Not

Part One of this text discusses the significance of self-control and endurance in personal growth. It highlights the necessity of finding a wise mentor to guide us in our journey to self-improvement.

Part Two: Raising Children using the four requisites. We will need to ask ourselves if we have the ability to maintain quality (always delivering our best); ability to manage our time (seeing all the

In raising children, it's crucial to embody qualities of quality, time management, and financial prudence, as children absorb both good and bad traits from their parents. By consistently modeling thes

Part Two: Raising Children In order to develop good habits, we must understand two things: (1) Heredity plays an important part in developing virtuous habits. If the parents practice good habits, even

In nurturing children, both heredity and environment play crucial roles in developing good habits. Parents should embody virtuous behaviors even before conception and continue these practices post-bir

Part Five: Truth for the Family physical attempts upon His life. However, they had no effect on His strong determination. Furthermore, none of His actions were for personal gain. When offered valuable

This section emphasizes that the Dhamma teachings are accessible and beneficial to all, promoting personal growth and the possibility of attaining Nibbana. It highlights the importance of practicing D

Part Seven: Appendixes Glossary Anattata: Non-self; nothing in the world has implicit identity "There is nothing out there, not even our bodies, which we can control. Thus, it is not distinctly ours.

This glossary provides definitions for key Buddhist concepts such as Anattata (non-self), Aniccata (impermanence), and Bhavana (meditation). It emphasizes the understanding that nothing possesses a pe

Part Seven: Appendixes Sourced Teachings Grouped Dhamma Teachings in Numerical Order: Groups of Four: Four Actions that Lead to Spiritual Growth (Vuddhi): 1. Search for a good teacher; role-model (Sap

In this section, we outline essential Dhamma teachings that guide spiritual growth and ethical living. The four actions leading to spiritual advancement include searching for good teachers, deeply lis

Knowledge and Career what had happened. Why was I not arguing with him as I had before? My subordinate asked me why I looked more relaxed and was easier to approach. Before meditating, I would not giv

This text discusses the author's personal transformation through meditation, highlighting a shift from a self-centered, aggressive leadership style to a more relaxed, approachable demeanor. Initially

T he human experience is composed of two important parts, the body and the mind. These two elements communicate back and forth with each other from the moment of birth until death. We recognise t

The human experience comprises the body and the mind, which interact from birth to death. The conscious mind greatly influences behavior, leading to either admirable or shameful actions. A mind cloude

The presence of the newborn will force the parents to work even harder, so they will have enough to care for the child. The more children they decide to have; the more their responsibilities will incr

This text discusses the critical impact of parental actions on a child's development. It introduces the concept of kilesa as a destructive force within everyone, including infants, and emphasizes the

**Page 1:** Problem #2: The problem of foolishness, of not keeping up with the world, people, and of surrendering to defilements. This problem occurs when people's intelligence, knowledge and ability

The text discusses significant issues in family dynamics, emphasizing the problem of foolishness when individuals do not adapt to societal changes. Those who lag behind often blame their situation on

3. Conscientious donor. The donor should at least abide by the Five Precepts. And it is important that he should be joyful before, during and after the offering, and not feel regret about it. 4. Virt

This text discusses the essential qualities of a conscientious donor and a virtuous recipient within the context of Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of joy in giving and adherence to the Five Prec