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Buddhist View on Sex
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Buddhist View on Sex
…e is viewed as temporary satisfaction that brings about some disadvantages if we do not know how to control ourselves. Sometimes jealousy, lust, anxiety and conflict are the result. Buddhism teaches people t…
…d as a norm among Buddhist monks, prompting reflection on its significance. The teachings encourage control and deeper connections in relationships, contrasting with modern temptations of promiscuity. For mo…
Family Life: Self-Control and Endurance
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Family Life: Self-Control and Endurance
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,…
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 …
Building a Happy Family Life
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Building a Happy Family Life
…support in times of crisis, honesty) lead to a healthy marriage and family life. Truthfulness, self-control, endurance and sacrifice are at the heart of a healthy family life. These characteristics are the v…
… life, emphasizing that individuals should marry for the right reasons, focusing on character, self-control, and sacrifice. It highlights the importance of raising children with moral values and establishing…
Understanding the Law of Kamma for Children
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Understanding the Law of Kamma for Children
…e. At some point children must be able to govern themselves. In order to completely and responsibly control their own behavior, they must fully understand the Law of Kamma. Then, when there is the opportunit…
การสอนเด็กเกี่ยวกับการทำดีและการทำชั่วอาจเป็นเรื่องยาก ซึ่งเด็กต้องเรียนรู้ที่จะควบคุมพฤติกรรมของตนเอง หากเข้าใจในกฎของกรรม พวกเขาจะสามารถควบคุมแรงกระตุ้นเมื่อต้องเผชิญกับโอกาสในการทำชั่ว และเมื่อมีโอ
Truth for the Family: The Five Precepts
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Truth for the Family: The Five Precepts
…er people and living beings. 2. Respect the belongings of others; do not take what is not given. 3. Control emotions and physical desires. 4. Give out positive and honest energy through speech; turn negative…
…adultery, lying, and consuming intoxicants. Adhering to these principles fosters respect, emotional control, and positive communication, leading to lasting peace and happiness. Ignoring these precepts can di…
Transforming Work Performance Through Meditation
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Transforming Work Performance Through Meditation
…t I wanted; and when I attempted to implement my ideas, I accomplished even less. But once I gained control over my mind, everything changed. When my goal was to perform at one hundred percent, I was able to…
… effectiveness in communication and significantly increased his overall output. Discover how mental control can revolutionize work efficiency and lead to personal and professional success. More insights can …
Journey to Joy: A New Approach to Real Estate
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Journey to Joy: A New Approach to Real Estate
… of the car assembly manufacture: car manufacturers have to finish assembling and implement quality control before selling. In Thai real estate, it was a norm to first build a few model homes and wait for or…
…stagnation in technology within Thai real estate, drawing a parallel to car manufacturing's quality control methods. The author advocates for a new approach: to build standard homes before sales, contrasting…
World Peace Begins With Inner Peace
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World Peace Begins With Inner Peace
…ise? 198 Finding your mind is not a difficult task 200 You can find serenity if you know the way to control your mind 202 Training your mind to be at the centre of the body 204 Train constantly and you will …
…s how knowing your mind is crucial for peace and that finding serenity can be achieved through mind control. Training consistently leads to noticeable changes in one's mental state. The discussion concludes …
Inner Serenity and External Peace
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Inner Serenity and External Peace
…s have a body and a mind. Only one starts to practise, one will start to know one’s mind and how to control the mind so that it exhibits beauty and appropriate qualities. Moreover, you will understand others…
The text explores the relationship between inner serenity and external peace, emphasizing that true happiness is attainable by anyone regardless of background. By understanding oneself and practicing
Dhamma for Laypersons: The Vital Heart of a Stable Family
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Dhamma for Laypersons: The Vital Heart of a Stable Family
… even one element of the Dhamma for Laypersons – the four elements being truthfulness (Sacca), self-control (Dama), endurance (Khanti), and sacrifice (Cāga) – will certainly experience one or more of four pr…
…sizes the importance of Dhamma for Laypersons, outlining four critical elements: truthfulness, self-control, endurance, and sacrifice. Families that lack these principles might face issues such as suspicion,…
Dhamma for Laypersons: Building a Stable Family
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Dhamma for Laypersons: Building a Stable Family
… four parts, it is considered to be the heart of a stable family: 1. Truthfulness or sacca 2. Self-control or dama 3. Endurance or khanti 4. Sacrifice or caga In general, if our hearts are still beating, t…
…e teachings of the Buddha. Dhamma for Laypersons comprises four core principles: truthfulness, self-control, endurance, and sacrifice. These principles are vital for nurturing a stable and harmonious family …
Cultivating Mindfulness through Eyes and Ears
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Cultivating Mindfulness through Eyes and Ears
… it will shift the trouble from the eyes to your mind and into your home.” A person who is able to control where his eyes see will have a mind that is more calm and alert. Whenever he thinks, the thoughts w…
This text emphasizes the significance of controlling what we see and hear for maintaining a calm and positive mind. By training our eyes not to focu…
Yuwa Camp: Empowering Children's Growth Through Meditation and Activities
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Yuwa Camp: Empowering Children's Growth Through Meditation and Activities
…tivities will enable them to practice democracy among their friends, young and old and learn how to control themselves by concentrating the crystal ball at the center of their bodies with ease and no interes…
…es. Set in the serene environment of Phu Rua, Loei, children learn to concentrate and practice self-control while enjoying the natural beauty around them. The camp tailors meditation sessions to suit various…
Iraq's Complex Reality: The Interwoven Challenges of State Failure and External Influences
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Iraq's Complex Reality: The Interwoven Challenges of State Failure and External Influences
…nt, reconstruction is lagging, and services are not being delivered. Different towns and cities are controlled by different groups with little if any allegiance to the central government—competing Shi’i mili…
Iraq's current situation as a failed state is deeply intertwined with Iran's influence. The U.S. invasion has led to a power struggle, making it impossible for Iraq to function effectively. Political
Political Dynamics in Iraq Post-2007
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Political Dynamics in Iraq Post-2007
… much more fluid. Because they are the most numerous group, with the most members of parliament and control over the office of the prime minister, Shi'a have a vested interest in preserving the power of the …
Post-2007, the United States achieved a reduction in violence in Iraq, yet significant political progress remains elusive. Iraqi political factions hold varying visions for the nation's future, with t
The Complexity of Syrian-Lebanese Relations
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The Complexity of Syrian-Lebanese Relations
…a Syrian-backed assassination campaign against its members and is resisting a return of full Syrian control over Lebanon, it also is an agglomeration of sectarian politicians and even warlords out to secure …
…larly the roles of the March 8 forces led by Hizbollah, and the March 14 coalition resisting Syrian control. It highlights the complex realities of Syria's authoritarian regime under Bashar al-Assad, the fai…
An Shigao's Influence on Anban Sutras
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An Shigao's Influence on Anban Sutras
…hat he translated a number of influential sutras which emphasized the meditative practice of breath control, or ānāpānasmṛti, namely the Ānāpānasmṛti-sūtra (T602); the Yin-chi ru jing zhu 陰持入經誌 (T1694)41 whi…
…nban shouyi jing. The text discusses the integration of commentaries and the significance of breath control in Buddhist meditation practices. An Shigao’s contributions are vital in understanding the evolutio…
The Nature of the Mind and Meditation
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The Nature of the Mind and Meditation
…egins with inner peace." Human beings consist of body and mind. The mind is a form of energy which controls and sends signals to the brain, enabling us to think, speak and act in either good or bad fashion.…
มนุษย์ประกอบด้วยร่างกายและจิตใจ จิตเป็นพลังงานที่ควบคุมและส่งสัญญาณไปยังสมอง ช่วยให้เราคิด พูด และกระทำได้ดีหรือไม่ดี จิตและสมองเป็นสองสิ่งที่แตกต่างกัน สมองมีรูปแบบทางกายภาพ ขณะที่จิตใจมีรูปแบบที่ไม่
Understanding and Overcoming Defilements in Meditation
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Understanding and Overcoming Defilements in Meditation
…s! We are fighting against the wrong enemy if we allow ourselves to think this way. Second, we must control our mind. We cannot get ‘hooked’ by external materialism – jewelry, perfume, material gar- bage – a…
…birth and lead to bad habits and suffering. It emphasizes the need for right understanding and mind control, urging practitioners to avoid material distractions and focus internally during meditation. True h…
Buddha's Teachings on Patience and the Eight Precepts
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Buddha's Teachings on Patience and the Eight Precepts
…hink of the mosquito and his or her family the next time you want to kill that mosquito. You should control yourself in order to strengthen yourself. "Remember, too, that solitude is important. Although you…
… of good manners in meditation and everyday activities, urges eating mindfully, and encourages self-control. The Buddha initially taught eight precepts, a simpler path compared to the many followed by monks …