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Inner serenity will spread to become external peace The many thoughts swirling around dissipate until there is only one thought remaining. And in the end, your feelings become one with the light of t

…ng itself from external sources of conflict such as war. True happiness comes from within, not from external pursuits. For more, visit dmc.tv.

1) External Fools include non-Buddhists. They are determined to demolish Buddhism, whether they are of other religious affiliations or not. They typically try to cast aspersions upon Buddhist monks. W

The text discusses two types of fools in Buddhism: External Fools, who are non-Buddhists aiming to undermine the faith by misrepresenting its teachings, and Internal Fools, who are Buddhists lacking r

1) External Fools include non-Buddhists. They are determined to demolish Buddhism, whether they are of other religious affiliations or not. They typically try to cast aspersions upon Buddhist monks. W

In Buddhism, External Fools are non-Buddhists who seek to distort and undermine Buddhist teachings, casting aspersions on monks and creating confusion. Internal Fools, on the other hand, are Buddhists

Suzanne Jeffrey The Reality of Life: We get this picture from our parents. Our birth is the most critical time, and the weakest time, of our life. Because the four elements are impure, we realize tha

…s, arguing that societal problems stem from these internal conflicts. True solutions arise not from external pursuits but through self-reflection and meditation, leading to enlightenment and inner peace. This profound…

money, own effort by passing through danger, wasting and sometimes losing our wealth, physical organs or even our lives. An external journey creates tedium, temporary joy and limited experiences. As t

This text discusses the contrasting experiences of external and internal journeys. While external journeys may lead to boredom and loss, the internal journey through meditation offers relaxation and g

If you do not know your own mind, how will serenity arise? The responsibilities of daily life are constantly pulling your mind to attach with external forces to you because you are fixated on your ex

The text discusses the importance of self-awareness and understanding one's mind as essential steps toward achieving serenity. It highlights how external factors like daily responsibilities and politi

When they reached Magadha, which was 112 kilometers from the capital of Kosol, Tanachai asked King Pasantikosol, "The city is small and I have a large number of retinue with me. It will be inconvenien

As Lady Visakha prepares for marriage, her father imparts important lessons on maintaining family dignity and relationships. He advises her to keep family matters private, not to bring external issues

make sound judgments whether they should or should not do something. 2. Keeping your children away from Apayamukha. In the event where the children are already addicted to Apayamukha, the only way to

This text discusses the role of parents in guiding their children away from negative influences such as addiction to substances. It emphasizes the importance of open communication without anger, teach

Part Three: Problems Within the Family 1. Money comes from hard work! We can explain that going out at night is a waste of money. People need to work hard to be able to purchase food, shelter and clot

This text delves into issues facing families, emphasizing the importance of hard work for financial stability and cautioning against the dangers of peer pressure and risky behaviors. It highlights tha

16. BORN ALONE, DIE ALONE We were born alone and we will die alone. There is no need to worry about others if we can't even save ourselves. If we can't save ourselves, and don't have a firm grip on o

Life is fleeting and solitary; focus on saving oneself before aiding others. With the knowledge of Buddhism, one must act promptly to reap its benefits or risk a wasted life. Achieving Perfections and

When they reached Magadha, which was 112 kilometers from the capital of Kosol, Tanachai asked King Pasantikosol, "The city is small and I have a large number of retinue with me. It will be inconvenien

In ancient times, when reaching Magadha, Tanachai requested King Pasantikosol to establish a new town named Sakethu due to its convenience for his large retinue. The significance of this town is noted

"How do we generate, or create, boon?" I ask. Luang Por says: "Suppose you see evil. As soon as you decide to do nothing about it, or as soon as you decide to do something about it, boon happens. To

In this enlightening discussion, Luang Por explains the process of generating boon, emphasizing the importance of separating actions into three categories: giving up bad habits, performing good deeds,

When I reviewed my notes from a sermon given by a respected senior monk during my research for this book, I incidentally came upon a valuable message. That is, “What is the most significant cause of B

During research for this book, reflections on a sermon by a senior monk reveal insights into the decline of Buddhism. The monk emphasizes that Buddhism's decline does not occur on its own, but rather

If they believe happiness is in the sea, they go to the sea. If they believe it is in the mountains, they go to the mountains. If they believe it is in the shopping malls, they go on a shopping spree.

This text discusses how people seek happiness in various external sources such as the sea, mountains, shopping malls, and fame. However, it emphasizes that true happiness cannot be found through mater

Journey to Joy mind. I started to use my mind, when dealing with my colleagues, instead of my external eyes, because our physical eyes do not allow us to see the true reality of things. Our external e

In "Journey to Joy," the author shares experiences of using mindfulness and meditation to enhance interactions with colleagues and resolve workplace challenges. By focusing on internal perspectives ra

Journey to Joy 16 disappear. Thus, we should close our eyes to seek the universal happiness inside. When we see the universal truth, all differences will become insignificant. The conflicts in this wo

This text emphasizes the importance of seeking universal happiness by closing our eyes to external differences and focusing on our shared inner selves. By understanding universal truths, conflicts dim

Introduction ife is a journey, a journey heading Life happiness and success involving our family, our studies, our career, and other goals, both material and spiritual. The journey of life for everyon

Life is described as a journey towards happiness and success, encompassing various aspects such as family, studies, and career. This text emphasizes the need to recognize both external and internal jo

Golden Age of Inner Peace 8 imagine how to become that person. A group of researchers set out to discover the source of inner peace. They carried out an experiment using two six-year-old boys, Johnny

In an experiment with two boys, Johnny and Billy, researchers found that external factors have a minor role in determining inner peace. Johnny, in a room full of toys, felt lost and missed his mother,

If they believe happiness is in the sea, they go to the sea. If they believe it is in the mountains, they go to the mountains. If they believe it is in the shopping malls, they go on a shopping spree.

This text reflects on the misguided pursuit of happiness through external means such as wealth, fame, and experiences. It highlights that such pursuits often lead to temporary satisfaction, while deep

ABOVE ALL CIRCUMSTANCES VXV The Sun Inside The sun inside of us will glow when our minds are still. Its brightness will radiate all day and night, unlike the sun in the sky which shines during daytime

The 'sun inside' reflects our innate ability to find peace and joy irrespective of external circumstances. By calming our minds, we can access this inner radiance, allowing it to shine continuously wi