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Building Strong Family Foundations Through Truthfulness and Self-Control
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Building Strong Family Foundations Through Truthfulness and Self-Control
involvement with this distrustful person. Good people will not want to befriend dishonest people because they do not want to gain a bad reputation through association. So if a person in a family does
This text discusses the importance of truthfulness (sacca) and self-control (dama) in family dynamics and personal growth. It emphasizes that individuals with a lack of truthfulness can create distrus
Building a Trustworthy Family
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Building a Trustworthy Family
involvement with this distrustful person. Good people will not want to befriend dishonest people because they do not want to gain a bad reputation through association. So if a person in a family does
The text emphasizes that honesty and self-control are essential for a trustworthy family environment. Good people avoid associations with dishonesty. A family lacking truthfulness cultivates suspicion
The Path of Self-Training and Endurance
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The Path of Self-Training and Endurance
Those who have full knowledge, ability and goodness must follow only this path in order to train themselves to keep up with the world and its people, and not surrender to defilements. Surely, if you
This text discusses the necessity of self-training and mind control in overcoming bad habits and the challenges of life. It emphasizes the importance of endurance in dealing with natural hardships, ph
Realities of the New Middle East
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Realities of the New Middle East
REALTIES OF THE NEW MIDDLE EAST 13 always been the possibility that Syria could be coaxed and pressured into adopting more pragmatic policies. Revived U.S. efforts to relaunch the Israeli-Palestinian
The text discusses the political realities of Lebanon following Syria's withdrawal and the influence of Hizbollah and other political factions. Despite Syrian troop withdrawal, control issues persist,
How to Manage Family Life
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How to Manage Family Life
Chapter 2 How to Manage Family Life The practice of regulating one's emotions prior to getting married is an important foundation of maintaining a marriage. But if both parties never learned to contro
…naging one's emotions before marriage as a foundation for a lasting relationship. When couples lack emotional control, they may hurt each other, leading to potential divorce. Learning to regulate emotions is essential…
Endurance Against Defilements and the Roads to Ruin
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Endurance Against Defilements and the Roads to Ruin
squeezes us, controls us and wears us down to perform all kinds of bad deeds shamelessly. Then when we perform the bad deed, defilements let us suffer, receive punishments, experience all kinds of dis
The text discusses how defilements control individuals, leading them to perform bad deeds and suffer consequences. It highlights the importance of resisting external stimuli known as the Roads to Ruin
Understanding the Mind and Defilements
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Understanding the Mind and Defilements
Suzanne Jeffrey the body will die. (4) It likes to travel fast and far. The speed of light is 186,000 miles a second, so it takes 8 minutes to see from the earth to the sun. But our mind perceives th
This text delves into the complexities of the human mind, emphasizing its speed and difficulty to control. It discusses how meditation can help in training the mind, which is often distracted by defil
Understanding the Law of Kamma for Personal Behavior Control
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Understanding the Law of Kamma for Personal Behavior Control
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
Understanding the Law of Kamma is essential for controlling one's behavior and performing good deeds regardless of external recognition. This text emphasizes that comprehending the Law of Kamma aids i
The Four Problems in Marriage
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The Four Problems in Marriage
Part One: Family Life These are: Truthfulness (Sacca), Self-Control (Dama), Endurance (Khanti), and Sacrifice (Caga). When lacking in any of these principles, conflict or discord will arise in any hum
Part One: Family Life highlights four essential principles for maintaining healthy relationships: Truthfulness (Sacca), Self-Control (Dama), Endurance (Khanti), and Sacrifice (Caga). Conflict within f
Understanding the Law of Kamma in Buddhism
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Understanding the Law of Kamma in Buddhism
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
Self-Training and Endurance in Family Life
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Self-Training and Endurance in Family Life
Those who have full knowledge, ability and goodness must follow only this path in order to train themselves to keep up with the world and its people, and not surrender to defilements. Surely, if you f
This text emphasizes the significance of self-training and self-control in leading a fulfilling life. By acknowledging the need to change negative habits, individuals can foster a healthier family env
The Journey of Meditation and Inner Peace
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The Journey of Meditation and Inner Peace
Wisdom and empty myself of any negative feelings, whether physical, psychological or emotional in nature so that my meditation experience will not be adversely affected. First, I adjust my posture, br
In this text, the author describes a meditation practice aimed at achieving inner peace by releasing negative feelings—physical, psychological, or emotional. The process begins with adjusting one's po
Journey to Joy: Improving Family and Work Relationships through Meditation
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Journey to Joy: Improving Family and Work Relationships through Meditation
Journey to Joy 64 sense an uneasy feeling developing in our family. But after I practised meditation and got involved with activities at the meditation centre regularly, our family's relationship has
In 'Journey to Joy', the author shares personal experiences of how regular meditation practice improved family interactions and emotional stability. By leading a team focused on workplace efficiency a
Journey to Joy
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Journey to Joy
Journey to Joy performed. It seems so simple, but it is incredibly helpful. It is the key to the method which offers a perfect solution. Luang Phaw Dhammajayo used to tell me that perfect wisdom has n
In 'Journey to Joy', the author reflects on the importance of meditation in managing anxiety and emotional stress. They recount experiences where meditation helped clarify thoughts and alleviate worri
Meditation Benefits
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Meditation Benefits
86 MEDITATION BENEFITS MEDIATION BENEFITS Meditation has been linked to a variety of health benefits. A review of scientific studies identified favorable outcomes of meditation which include: relaxa
Meditation is associated with various health benefits such as relaxation, concentration, and increased awareness. Scientific studies reveal its positive impact on metabolism, heart rate, and brain act
The Foundation of Marriage: Sacrifice and Care
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The Foundation of Marriage: Sacrifice and Care
After one gets married, the foundation of one's life lies in sacrifice for each other. If ever we become selfish towards each other, it will be followed by divorce or murder. Sacrifice in marriage is
This text discusses the fundamental aspects of marriage, emphasizing that the foundation of a successful relationship lies in sacrifice for one another. It highlights how caring for each other, both p
Truth for the Family: The Five Precepts
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Truth for the Family: The Five Precepts
Part Five: Truth for the Family of infringing upon all the other precepts. Hence, the Fifth Precept reminds us not to consume intoxicants to maintain our true nature. Thus the Five Precepts are: 1. Do
…stealing, 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…
Glossary of Key Concepts in Buddhist Philosophy
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Glossary of Key Concepts in Buddhist Philosophy
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 One: Family Life and the Importance of Truthfulness
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Part One: Family Life and the Importance of Truthfulness
Part One: Family Life or not each will be responsible enough to assist with another family member's life, death, success or failure. A person who is truthful exhibits responsibility in many ways: In s
In this section, we discuss the significance of being truthful in our relationships and responsibilities. Truthfulness is essential in speech, work, and friendships. It emphasizes kindness and sinceri
Family Life: Cultivating Stability and Sacrifice
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Family Life: Cultivating Stability and Sacrifice
Part One: Family Life control them until they become slaves to it. Because kilesa affects good habits, our family's health and stability depends on training ourselves to: 1. Control the bad habits wit
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