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The Art of Mindful Observation
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The Art of Mindful Observation
…positive, improving the mind which will extend to others. Anyone who can restrain their eyes as our grandparents advised will see the world optimistically, will not have the pessimistic way of finding faults in o…
In this insightful guide, the text emphasizes the importance of training our eyes and ears to focus on positivity and wisdom. It advocates not to dwell on others' faults or listen to gossip, which can
Building a Strong Marriage: Essential Factors for Success
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Building a Strong Marriage: Essential Factors for Success
… Of course those who are able to control their emotions must have had training before marrying. Our grandparents encountered these issues throughout their lives. They established the following tenets regarding a …
This text discusses the importance of emotional regulation in marriage and the need for couples to prepare before their union. It outlines four essential factors for a successful marriage, including s
The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
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The Importance of Dhamma in Family Life
…en were taught morality, they became attached to Dhamma. They also enjoyed spending time with their grandparents because of reminders to do good deeds. In turn, the grandparents became respected by the children a…
การศึกษาธรรมะทุกวันช่วยให้บรรพบุรุษของเราได้รับการเตือนเสมอถึงการทำความดี การสะสมบุญส่งผลต่อความสุขในชีวิตและยับยั้งไม่ให้เกิดความทุกข์ การสอนบุตรหลานในทางธรรมทำให้เกิดความเคารพและรักในครอบครัว การทำส
The Importance of Right View in Education
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The Importance of Right View in Education
…hat you do. The tradition in Thailand, when the children were growing up, was to gather around the grandparents in the evening and the children would tell the grandparents what good actions they had performed th…
Understanding Right View is essential in teaching, applicable to all subjects including math and biology. This profound understanding affects afterlife beliefs, making education crucial in guiding stu
Creating the Best in Oneself
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Creating the Best in Oneself
…e entire family had to get up and contribute. When the monks came to receive the alms offering, the grandparents would lead the children to put the meal offering into the monks' alms-bowls. After the offering, t…
This text discusses how individuals can transform negative traits such as selfishness and anger into positive ones through self-improvement. It highlights the importance of acts of generosity and expl
The Duties of Grateful Children
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The Duties of Grateful Children
…t while bringing up your own child to be a good person you do not forget to cherish your parents or grandparents. This is the way to give your children examples of how to care for you when you reach old age, espe…
…The text encourages readers to instill values in their own children, teaching them to cherish their grandparents, which ultimately reflects on how their own parents will be cared for in old age. The cyclical natu…
The Importance of Teaching Respect and Meditation to Children
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The Importance of Teaching Respect and Meditation to Children
…e, using polite speech, showing humility, and training them to bow at the feet of their parents and grandparents. "Initially the children may not understand the reasons they have to be respectful, but at least t…
Parents strive for their children to become good individuals, but hoping they will learn on their own isn't sufficient. Teaching respect through actions like bowing and politeness, alongside meditatio
The Four Virtues of Self-Improvement
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The Four Virtues of Self-Improvement
…d me to advance my career, to elevate my status, to provide for my family, and to take care of your grandparents. And when your great-grandparents were still alive, I made sure that they offered food to the monks…
This text discusses the four virtues that foster personal development. The first virtue emphasizes continuous self-improvement to advance one's career and resist vices. The second virtue focuses on en
Understanding Buddhism and Dhamma for Laypersons
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Understanding Buddhism and Dhamma for Laypersons
…mother, and all my children away from misdeeds. And furthermore, I wanted to ensure that all of our grandparents would go to heaven. Once I had set this goal, I took a good look at myself. While I still had to ma…
This text delves into the principles of Buddhism, emphasizing the idea of rebirth and the impact of kamma on one’s life. It discusses the existence of hell and heaven based on one's deeds and the dive
Understanding the Eight Worldly Conditions
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Understanding the Eight Worldly Conditions
Our grandparents advised that, for the mind to be as stable and solid as the earth, we must first realize that, in t…
ข้อความจากบรรพบุรุษระบุว่า เราต้องตระหนักว่าในโลกนี้มีทั้งความพอใจและความผิดหวัง ซึ่งสอนให้เรารู้จักการทำสมาธิเพื่อความสงบและเข้มแข็ง เมื่อเราประสบกับการสูญเสียหรือความวิตกกังวล ให้เรารักษาจิตใจให้เงี
Dedication of the Phongsawasdi Family
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Dedication of the Phongsawasdi Family
…m good deeds. We dedicate the merits accrued through every written word in this book, to our great grandparents (Soon and Huay Phongsawasdi), and to all of our family members that have passed on. Their real life…
This dedication expresses heartfelt wishes for happiness and success for families reading the book. It honors the memory of ancestors Soon and Huay Phongsawasdi and all family members who have passed
Family Wisdom: Understanding Life's Purpose
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Family Wisdom: Understanding Life's Purpose
…pter 20 Family Wisdom A One day, a family invited guests to their home for a religious rite for the grandparents. After the ceremony, when all of the guests had left, the son asked his father, "Dad, since everyon…
ในบทนี้พูดถึงการสนทนาภายในครอบครัวเกี่ยวกับความหมายของชีวิต โดยมีลูกถามพ่อเกี่ยวกับความตายและจุดมุ่งหมายของการมีชีวิตอยู่ พ่อได้แบ่งปันประสบการณ์และความคิดเกี่ยวกับการศึกษา dhamma ที่ช่วยให้เขาเข้าใจค
Contributing a Buddha Image: The Body of Enlightenment
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Contributing a Buddha Image: The Body of Enlightenment
…do not understand the true reason behind this tradition. As a result, they do not support their own grandparents' practices. For this reason, the elderly regrettably miss a great opportunity to make significant m…
… As a community of Buddhists, it is essential to understand and uphold these practices to honor our grandparents and foster spiritual growth in our families. For more insights and resources, visit dmc.tv.
Instilling a Love of Meditation in Our Children
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Instilling a Love of Meditation in Our Children
…e, using polite speech, showing humility, and training them to bow at the feet of their parents and grandparents. "Initially the children may not understand the reasons they have to be respectful, but at least th…
การสอนให้เด็กมีสมาธิและความเคารพต่อผู้อื่นตั้งแต่ยังเล็กเป็นสิ่งสำคัญในการพัฒนาบุคลิกภาพและคุณธรรมในสังคม โดยการใช้แบบอย่างที่ดี เช่น การพูดสุภาพ การเคารพผู้ใหญ่ และการฝึกสมาธิ จะช่วยให้เด็กมีทัศนคติท
The Four Virtues of Self-Improvement
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The Four Virtues of Self-Improvement
…d me to advance my career, to elevate my status, to provide for my family, and to take care of your grandparents. And when your great- grandparents were still alive, I made sure that they offered food to the monk…
In this chapter, the author discusses the essential virtues for self-improvement and personal growth. The second virtue emphasizes the importance of continuous self-enhancement, maintaining profession
Buddhism and the Understanding of Life
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Buddhism and the Understanding of Life
… mother and all my children away from misdeeds. And furthermore, I wanted to ensure that all of our grandparents would go to heaven. Once I had set this goal, I took a good look at myself. While I still had to ma…
The text reflects on serious studies of Buddhism and how its teachings on rebirth, karma, and consequences of actions shape a more meaningful life. It emphasizes the importance of performing good deed
The Warm Hearted Family: Managing Family Life
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The Warm Hearted Family: Managing Family Life
…a marriage counselor. 4) Must know how to purify the mind. All four Factors are guidelines that our grandparents provided us to elevate our virtues. After a wedding, many obligations and duties await. Although we…
เราต้องฝึกจิตใจให้สงบและเตรียมพร้อมสำหรับความไม่แน่นอนในชีวิต ถ้าเราเตรียมตัวดี ความไม่แน่นอนจะไม่ทำให้เครียด ผู้ที่เห็นความจริงของชีวิตและรักษาจิตใจให้นิ่งจะยกระดับคุณธรรมได้ดียิ่งขึ้น คำแนะนำจากปู่ย
Endurance and Gentleness in Family Life
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Endurance and Gentleness in Family Life
…h means the mind refined to a calm state. Therefore, in focusing on the refinement of the mind, our grandparents referred only to endurance and gentleness from Buddhist teachings as the main virtues to help refin…
In family life, endurance and gentleness are crucial for managing responsibilities and conflicts. As couples live together, they must cultivate patience for each other's weaknesses and practice calmne
Dhamma for Laypersons: Cultivating Good Habits
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Dhamma for Laypersons: Cultivating Good Habits
…f-reliant person, a good shelter for others and a good family leader. The Four Levels of Beauty Our grandparents not only taught us how to depend on ourselves, they also taught those who plan on marriage to selec…
บุคคลที่มีธรรมสำหรับอุบาสกอุบาสิกาต้องแสดงถึงนิสัยประจำสี่ประการ ได้แก่ นิสัยความรับผิดชอบ, การฝึกฝนและพัฒนาตนเอง, ความอดทน, และการเสียสละและการให้ นิสัยเหล่านี้ช่วยทำให้กลายเป็นผู้นำครอบครัวที่ดี การ
The Warm Hearted Family
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The Warm Hearted Family
…rm good deeds. We dedicate the merits accrued through every written word in this book, to our great grandparents (Soon and Huay Phongsawasdi), and to all of our family members that have passed on. Their real life…
In 'The Warm Hearted Family', the Phongsawasdi family shares their dedication to creating happiness and success through good deeds. They reflect on their ancestors who inspire their family values and