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Confronting Obstacles
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Confronting Obstacles
II. CONFRONTING OBSTACLES The World of Problems 34 The Right Solution 36 Solvable and Insolvable 38 Knowledge for the Crisis 40 A Compass for Life 42 Handling Obstacles 44 Peace of Mind 46 Mental Stre
Discover the importance of confronting obstacles in life through various strategies. Learn about differentiating between solvable and insolvable problems, and the role of knowledge during crises. This
Building a Happy Family Life
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Building a Happy Family Life
Part One: Family Life 2. Does this person have the knowledge, the ability, and the good character to support our family so that it is happy and can they help us raise our children to be respectful, mo
This text discusses the vital qualities necessary for a successful marriage and family life, emphasizing that individuals should marry for the right reasons, focusing on character, self-control, and s
Understanding Family Dynamics and Children's Behavior
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Understanding Family Dynamics and Children's Behavior
Part Three: Problems Within the Family potential outcomes such as getting involved in fights, getting arrested, contracting HIV or other sexually transmitted diseases, and even getting killed. Childre
บทนี้วิเคราะห์ปัญหาภายในครอบครัวที่ส่งผลต่อความสัมพันธ์กับเด็ก กล่าวถึงความสำคัญของการสื่อสารอย่างรักและเข้าใจ เพื่อช่วยให้เด็กสามารถตัดสินใจได้ดีขึ้นเกี่ยวกับเพื่อนและการใช้ชีวิตที่เป็นสุข นอกจากนี้ย
The Importance of Meditation in Family Relationships
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The Importance of Meditation in Family Relationships
well with others. There was no stress at all and relationships in our team improved greatly. Even Kimie, my daughter who is a kid and likes to have fun just like other kids, follows her mother to the
This passage reflects on the transformative power of meditation for family members, highlighting improved relationships, personal growth, and emotional resilience following life's challenges such as t
Hope and Willpower: Understanding Our Resilience
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Hope and Willpower: Understanding Our Resilience
Hope and Willpower Source of Willpower Te are born as human beings and it Wis is natural that we have to confront both positive and negative changes throughout our lives. No matter what economic or so
We all face positive and negative changes throughout our lives. Regardless of our backgrounds, experiencing crises is a shared human condition. Suffering is ever-present, from minor frustrations to si
Hope and Willpower in Meditation
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Hope and Willpower in Meditation
Hope and Willpower positive way. We will resolve to lead a life that is pure in action, speech, thought, devoid of grief, sadness, resentment and regrets. Therefore, when we focus our minds in the cen
การทำสมาธิช่วยให้เราเข้าใจและยอมรับการสูญเสียคนที่เรารัก ด้วยปัญญา เราเรียนรู้ว่าการสูญเสียเป็นเรื่องธรรมชาติ เมื่อมุ่งเน้นจิตใจไปที่ศูนย์กลางของร่างกาย เราจะรู้สึกมีความสุขมากขึ้นและทิ้งความกังวลไว้เ
Journey to Joy through Meditation
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Journey to Joy through Meditation
Journey to Joy 158 I currently meditate almost every day, and each meditation lasts around 40 minutes. I sit on a chair or my bed. Sometimes while I meditate, I can feel a tremendous flow of loving-ki
This text shares a personal journey of daily meditation lasting around 40 minutes. The author experiences a flow of loving-kindness, spreading warm-heartedness to everyone. Meditation is a source of h
Hope and Willpower
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Hope and Willpower
Hope and Willpower teach him how to speak English. I offered to teach without any charges in exchange for meditation lessons. He kindly agreed. Last year, I encountered a big problem because my husban
In this heartfelt narrative, the author shares their experience of facing intense emotional turmoil when their partner decided to end a long-term relationship. The pain of losing both a partner and a
A Life of Extraordinary Experiences
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A Life of Extraordinary Experiences
Peace this life that has been truly extraordinary but needless to say, meditation got a back seat. My interests in life include travel, people, writing, cooking, gardening, keeping fit, health, music
This narrative describes an extraordinary life filled with diverse experiences, from traveling the world as a journalist to working in copper mines and playing in a band. The author reflects on witnes
Creating Harmony and Understanding in Family and Society
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Creating Harmony and Understanding in Family and Society
Part Three ~ Harmony in the Family 157 Chapter 15 Creating Harmony in the Family 159 Chapter 16 What Should Parents Do When Their Children Do Not Get Along? 165 Chapter 17 Remedying the Situation When
This section explores vital aspects of family dynamics, including creating harmony, handling sibling conflicts, and instilling compassion in children toward vulnerable relatives. It further delves int
The Importance of Sacrifice in Marriage
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The Importance of Sacrifice in Marriage
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 i
After marriage, a strong foundation is built on mutual sacrifice. Selfishness can lead to divorce or serious issues. Sacrifice involves caring for each other both physically and mentally, meaning wise
Lady Visakha: A Pioneering Upasika in Buddhism
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Lady Visakha: A Pioneering Upasika in Buddhism
Who was Lady Visakha? Visakha, a supreme Upasika [a Buddhist laywoman], was a very important person in Buddhism. She was responsible for the construction of Wat Buppharam, one of many ashrams, a cent
Lady Visakha was a prominent Upasika who played a vital role in Buddhism. She built Wat Buppharam in Savatthi, contributing an extraordinary fortune. She initiated the tradition of offering robes for
The Role of Parental Guidance in Children's Development
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The Role of Parental Guidance in Children's Development
Even before problems arise, if parents discuss these topics with their children, lovingly and rationally, their children will understand the immense love parents have for them. This can be the startin
Even before issues emerge, thoughtful communication between parents and children can foster understanding and love. This lays the groundwork for children to make responsible choices and identify good
Survival of Buddhism and the Dhammakaya Temple
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Survival of Buddhism and the Dhammakaya Temple
hoped that future generations would study Buddhism to gain a correct understanding of the realities of life. Thus, if our ancestors were still alive, we can imagine how they would feel about our carel
The survival of Buddhism in Thailand is under threat due to abandoned temples and corrupt practices. The Dhammakaya Temple, however, stands resilient, guided by Buddhist principles imparted by its fou
The Sacred Formula for Success in Meditation
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The Sacred Formula for Success in Meditation
minds only when they practice meditation until their minds reach a profound level of peacefulness and becomes so bright that they are able to see their minds through the brightness. Most people in
This text highlights the importance of meditation for achieving a peaceful mind and clarity. It discusses the connection between meditation practice and the avoidance of defilements, urging people to
The Reality of the New Middle East
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The Reality of the New Middle East
The Reality of the New Middle East The first step toward the formulation of a new policy is to understand the realities of the new Middle East as it is now. The three clusters of countries — Iran–Ira
The new Middle East is defined by three country clusters: Iran–Iraq, Lebanon–Syria, and Palestine–Israel, intertwined with issues such as nuclear proliferation and sectarianism. The U.S. faces not jus
The Complex Dynamics of Sunni Politics in Iraq
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The Complex Dynamics of Sunni Politics in Iraq
nizations with local roots. They understand the importance and advantages of a decentralized system. They appear to have very little respect for the central government or even for Sunni politicians in
This text examines the intricate dynamics of Sunni political groups in Iraq amid changing power structures. Local organizations show a preference for decentralized systems, often in conflict with each
The Dynamics of Secular and Islamist Parties in Arab Politics
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The Dynamics of Secular and Islamist Parties in Arab Politics
The weakness of the secular opposition is not entirely of its own making. Arab authoritarian and semi-authoritarian regimes—many of which have been ruling their societies in the name of secular ideolo
In Arab societies, secular opposition has struggled against longstanding authoritarian regimes that repress liberal ideologies, while conservative social attitudes limit their political expression. A
U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Fostering Stability and Addressing Security Challenges
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U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: Fostering Stability and Addressing Security Challenges
policy in Iraq and of the Palestinian–Israeli peace process. The United States needs to recognize that terrorism is not the result of blind hatred of Western civilization, as the Bush administration i
This text argues that U.S. policies in the Middle East must shift to address underlying political issues to effectively curb terrorism and ensure oil flow. It outlines critical tasks for U.S. engageme
The Evolving Dynamics of Power in the Middle East
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The Evolving Dynamics of Power in the Middle East
36 THE NEW MIDDLE EAST restoring a balance of power that is not entirely dependent on a long-term, large U.S. military presence with its financial costs and negative political perceptions in the regi
This text discusses the changing power dynamics in the Middle East, particularly the region's responses to Iranian influence and the evolving role of the U.S. Historically reliant on American support,