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"How much do you spend in a year going out to clubs?" "I guess about two or three times the amount spent on liquor." "Son, you contribute about 2,000 to 2,500 baht every year to making merit, but

This narrative reveals the transformation of an individual after receiving a wake-up call about the excessive spending on vices like drinking and smoking. Guided by Khun Yav and a realization of prior

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

Journey to Joy 32 32 knowledge of the Dhammakaya Meditation grew and the number of people coming to the temple expanded. Meditation first took place under trees, then later under tents. When the numbe

The journey of Dhammakaya Meditation saw a remarkable increase in practitioners at the temple, necessitating various expansions. Initially, meditation occurred under trees and tents, but as attendance

99 89 THE WAY OF SOLITUDE XXXVIII Do Not Prolong One's Suffering Suffering remains with us only briefly if we know how to avoid prolonging it. Try to keep yourself from dwelling upon it, and still you

In this segment from 'The Way of Solitude', it is emphasized that suffering is temporary and can be minimized through mindfulness and mental focus. By centering oneself and avoiding excessive dwelling

Knowing the objective of an undertaking is not enough to guarantee the quality of that effort. If a person stops short of a wholehearted attempt, the objective may be realized, but the quality is poor

Knowing the objective of a task is essential, but it is not sufficient for quality outcomes. This text emphasizes the need for full commitment to tasks, as half-hearted efforts lead to mediocre result

ev I myself encountered this problem and felt the hopelessness. This experience prompted me to go through my notes on the teachings of Luang Phaw. Luang Phaw said that when he was about 30 years old a

This text recounts the financial struggles faced by Luang Phaw in his youth and the wisdom imparted by his mother regarding savings. She emphasized that the amount saved matters more than the amount e

a reality, parents must set a good example by practicing the 8 Precepts along with them. Keeping the 8 Precepts will help children develop frugality and guide them to wisely use the 4 requisites in th

In today's fast-paced world, it's crucial for parents to set a good example by practicing the 8 Precepts with their children. This approach encourages frugality and wise management of resources, leadi

CERVICE Testimony 4 Mrs Taweeporn Tansanguan Thailand "Presently, our married life is like that of angels, which differs greatly from the past. In the past, people say we were like a couple that compr

Mrs. Taweeporn Tansanguan, a housewife from Thailand, shares her journey of transformation through meditation. Initially, her life was chaotic, characterized by excessive drinking and failed businesse

uplifting words, words of encouragement and praises. They will feel happy, motivated and inspired to keep doing the right things. But do not be excessive with your praise, or the meaning may become fr

คำพูดบวกและจากการสนับสนุนสามารถเพิ่มแรงจูงใจให้คู่รักได้ในการทำสิ่งที่ถูกต้อง ความรักและการชมเชยทำให้คู่รักรู้สึกมีคุณค่าและเติมเต็มชีวิตคู่ของพวกเขา คำว่า 'ฉันรักคุณ' สื่อถึงความหวานที่สามารถเติมเต็ม

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.

"Luang Phaw, I feel like my father takes unfair advantage of my mother. He doesn’t care about his children and only looks after himself. He is only concerned about his own wellbeing. During tough time

In this discussion, a boy shares his concerns about his father's irresponsible behavior towards their family. Luang Phaw emphasizes the importance of understanding familial roles and the moral respons

Samma Samadhi – Right Concentration. A refined state of mind in which you become focused in single-pointed concentration but with a sense of ecstatic joy and feelings of vast openness, softness, and b

This text outlines key Buddhist concepts that promote understanding and practice in meditation. Right Concentration, or Samma Samadhi, is described as a state of joyful focus. Samsara represents the c

Chapter 11 Teaching Children Frugality to Ensure the Family's Future Children's future financial security can be measured by their frugality and parents can cultivate good economic sense in their chil

Chapter 11 focuses on the importance of teaching children frugality to ensure their future financial security. Parents play a crucial role in cultivating good economic sense in their children by model

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

"And what is Kamma? Kamma is action with intention. Am I always being mindful of what I am doing? Am I using my mind and listening to my mind? Am I listening to my outside voice or my inside voice? Th

Kamma refers to action with intention. It emphasizes the need for mindfulness in our actions and decisions, distinguishing between our external influences (kilesa) and our internal compassionate voice

Part One: Family Life must think more about the overall happiness of each family member rather than our own individual happiness. Part of this sacrifice, and one of the most important factors that we

บทความนี้ตรวจสอบว่าความสัมพันธ์ในครอบครัวต้องการการใส่ใจต่อความสุขของสมาชิกทุกคน รวมถึงการบริหารจัดการการเงินอย่างมีสติ การเลือกว่าความต้องการใดเป็นสิ่งจำเป็นต่อชีวิตและการใช้ชีวิตอย่างประหยัด ซึ่งช่ว

Part Two: Raising Children Getting up early in the morning is an important habit to be aware of and will serve our child well both in school and at work. Going to sleep earlier in the evening is impor

In raising children, instilling good habits such as waking up early and going to bed on time lays a foundation for success in school and work. Teaching cleanliness practices including hygiene is essen

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

บทความนี้สำรวจแหล่งที่มาของนิสัยในเด็กว่ามาจากไหน โดยเน้นการมีส่วนร่วมของพ่อแม่ในการปลูกฝังนิสัยที่ดีในเด็กผ่านการทำซ้ำคิด พูด และกระทำ ผู้ที่สร้างนิสัยที่ดีจะกลายเป็นบุคคลที่ดีในอนาคต ในขณะที่ผู้ที่ป

Meetings with a Dhamma Teacher for the people he loves… which for him, I found out, is everyone. And that is why he is so stern. He wants people to reach for, and experience, success in their lives,

This text shares a personal journey of learning meditation from a dedicated Dhamma teacher. The teacher, who deeply cares for everyone, emphasizes the importance of reaching for success in meditation

พ่อแม่เสีย ถ้ wants to give พ่อแม่ ได้บุญมาก ๆ ลูกชายหรือหลานชายก็ต้องบวดให้ เด็ก ๆ บวชเณร ผู้ใหญ่บวชพระ บวชหน้าไฟ เพื่ออานบุญให้พ่อแม่ญาติผู้ใหญ่เป็นพิเศษ ก็เลยเกิดเป็นกิ้ง ๆ ธรรมเนียมขึ้นมาในบุคคลหล

การบวชเพื่ออุทิศบุญให้พ่อแม่และญาติถึงแม้จะใช้เวลาเพียง 2-3 วัน แต่ควรมีการศึกษาและปฏิบัติธรรมอย่างจริงจัง หากบวชนานประมาณ 4 เดือนและมีการจัดระเบียบอย่างเหมาะสม จะสื่อถึงพลังและความจริงใจในการปฏิบัติธ