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Improve Oneself First: The Key to Happiness
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Improve Oneself First: The Key to Happiness
THE WORLD'S COMMON PROBLEMS III Improve Oneself First When the energy is used up, our gains will vanish. This is also true for honour, fame and happiness. So why waste our time trying to correct the o
This section discusses the significance of focusing on our own flaws rather than attempting to correct others. It emphasizes that when we improve ourselves, we pave the way for greater happiness and f
The Universal Nature of Suffering
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The Universal Nature of Suffering
THE WORLD'S COMMON PROBLEMS VI Suffering is Universal Most people do not get what they want. Even their own spouse, who they expect to spend their whole life with, sometimes turns out to be the wrong
This text discusses the universal nature of suffering, emphasizing that most people do not achieve their desires, including in significant relationships like marriage. It acknowledges that individuals
Win Their Hearts: The Power of Forgiveness
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Win Their Hearts: The Power of Forgiveness
ABOVE ALL CIRCUMSTANCES VIXV Win Their Hearts The way to win over the hearts of other people who are unkind to us is to learn to forgive and forbear. Similar to chopping sandal wood with an axe, even
…sustainable victory hinges on our willingness to act positively, regardless of others' actions. For deeper insights, visit dmc.tv.
The True Refuge
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The True Refuge
THE TRUE REFUGE VIXIX Task for the Mind 28 August 2003 Do not let your routine practicing of meditation be interrupted by any external factors. Meditation is a task for the mind and does not require a
This text emphasizes the importance of maintaining a dedicated meditation practice without interruptions from external factors. It highlights that meditation is a mental task that requires visualizati
Buddhist Views on Sex and Celibacy
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Buddhist Views on Sex and Celibacy
Buddhist View on Sex Luang Por 36 : One thing you have to bear in mind is that before leading a life in priesthood, all Buddhist monks were once ordinary laypeople. But they consider the lives of layp
In Buddhism, before taking ordination, monks were once laypeople. They view lay life as filled with burdens that hinder understanding of Dhamma. Engaging in daily life leads to temporary pleasures, ak
Death and Rebirth Insights
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Death and Rebirth Insights
Death & Rebirth Luang Por The normal goodbye with dead people is just to put them in the hospital, then into the refrigerator and then put them into the earth; into the tomb. I don't know why that hap
This text discusses the changing rituals surrounding death, comparing modern practices to those of the past. It highlights a universal experience during dying, where individuals reflect on their past
How to Meditate
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How to Meditate
How to Meditate? Monica Luang Por Monica Luang Por Monica Luang Por Monica We can see the image in our abdomen all the time, the mind will be focused, and you will discover true happiness that never h
In this dialogue, Monica discusses the transformative power of meditation. By focusing on the image in the abdomen, one learns to concentrate the mind and cultivate a unique form of happiness that is
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
What Do Humans Really Want?
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What Do Humans Really Want?
What do Humans Really Want? are wants, not needs, and we must know how to curb our excessive wants, so that we do not over- indulge in our desires. Consider an art collector. He has run out of space i
The text delves into the distinction between wants and needs, emphasizing the negative effects of overindulgence in desires. It illustrates through the example of an art collector who, despite his wea
Meditation Practices and Personal Growth
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Meditation Practices and Personal Growth
Love and Family could greatly reduce my back pain by sitting with my back against a hard surface and lodging a small pillow against my lower back. Once I had addressed my physical discomfort, my medit
In this exploration of meditation and personal growth, the author shares experiences of overcoming back pain through proper sitting techniques and how meditation sessions evolved. Participation in the
Meditation and Its Impact on Empathy
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Meditation and Its Impact on Empathy
Knowledge and Career Mr. Andrew Cowan (U.S.A.) ""I believe meditation has helped with my work and allowed me to have empathy with other people. I feel that, by meditating, I have been able to more ful
Mr. Andrew Cowan from the USA discusses the benefits of meditation in his professional life. He shares that meditation has fostered his ability to empathize with others, particularly patients facing c
The Impact of Meditation on Personal and Career Growth
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The Impact of Meditation on Personal and Career Growth
Knowledge and Career feel that meditation has allowed much of this to occur. I strongly feel that meditation supports a healthier, lower stress life for people in the world today. It can help people f
Meditation has been instrumental in supporting a healthier and less stressful life. Many individuals experience reduced stress and improved relaxation through meditation. It boosts confidence as it fo
The Power of Meditation for Personal Growth
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The Power of Meditation for Personal Growth
Knowledge and Career able to still my mind and set aside work-related matters such as the numbers and the financial planning, I was able to remain in the stillness longer and transcend to a deeper lev
This text discusses the importance of meditation in achieving a state of stillness and how it can lead to personal growth. By letting go of analytical tendencies and distractions, one can return to a
Exploring Meditation Techniques
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Exploring Meditation Techniques
Knowledge and Career registered in one of my husband's classes in order to learn it. He was a good teacher. But I could not deal with the method and I gave up. Two years later in 1998, I met another t
The narrative shares a personal journey of exploring different meditation methods and the struggle to adapt to them. Despite initial difficulties, the individual discovers a unique method that centers
Meditation Journey and Its Impact on Career
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Meditation Journey and Its Impact on Career
Knowledge and Career time, I noticed that I didn't see any light, but I had the feeling of sitting in a sphere of light and perfect harmony. After a year, the pain in my knees ultimately caused me to
This narrative details a transformative experience with meditation, where the individual overcame knee pain and discomfort to practice for extended periods, achieving a state of harmony and clarity. G
Discovering Inner Wisdom through Meditation
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Discovering Inner Wisdom through Meditation
Wisdom CC A person who earnestly meditates and attains the Dhammakaya will discover that wisdom lies within. When we meditate, a bright light will emerge. We will be able to see this inner light as cl
In his teachings, Luang Phaw Dhammajayo emphasizes that through earnest meditation, individuals can attain the Dhammakaya and uncover the wisdom within themselves. This practice unveils a bright light
The Journey of a Carpenter: Finding Wisdom Through Work
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The Journey of a Carpenter: Finding Wisdom Through Work
Wisdom work. When I completed school, I took a job as a carpenter and joiner, and completed a full apprenticeship. I had never been out of work and had never found the need to advertise, as my work wa
…onal Society in the UK, marked a significant turning point in his life, intertwining his craft with deeper insights.
Wisdom and Meditation
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Wisdom and Meditation
Wisdom I have pledged 10 gold Buddha statues to the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya in Thailand. Since meditating the Dhammakaya way through visualising a crystal ball, I have had two exceptional meditations.
In this reflective piece, the author shares their personal meditation journey after pledging 10 gold Buddha statues to the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya in Thailand. Guided by a friend, Hui, the author explo
Experiencing Meditation and Inner Peace
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Experiencing Meditation and Inner Peace
Wisdom come anywhere close to the beauty of what I saw. Since then, I tried hard to repeat that experience many times, but unfortunately sometimes trying too hard did not yield results. I often medita
This passage reflects on the author's journey with meditation as a way to combat insomnia and achieve clarity of thought. The author describes how a profound experience with light during meditation ha
Journey to Joy: Embracing Peace and Love Through Meditation
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Journey to Joy: Embracing Peace and Love Through Meditation
Journey to Joy 208 distracted and losing focus and radiate love as if through the "brightness of the sun" and the "serenity of the moon". 8) Cherish the sense of peace and love as you spread this love
In 'Journey to Joy', the author emphasizes the importance of approaching meditation with a positive attitude. By focusing on love and serenity, one can enhance their meditative experience and connect