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Journey to Joy 34 Meditation and also to express gratitude to all those who offer food and necessities to the monastic community. These offerings to the monks and novices provide us with the mental an

This text discusses the importance of meditation and expressions of gratitude towards those who provide for the monastic community. It highlights how offerings facilitate the study of Dhamma and adher

Journey to Joy 44 other kindly. This means using polite, respectful, truthful and constructive words. Kind words make love sweeter. Warmth and a sense of security will pervade the household. Spouses s

In 'Journey to Joy', the text emphasizes the importance of using polite, respectful, and constructive words in a marriage. It highlights that kind words can enhance love and create a warm, secure home

Journey to Joy 62 62 ball in my abdomen. Soon, I would see it with my mind. Then, I would feel fresh, light, and soothed. It was a wonderful feeling that I have never experienced before. When I felt s

In this excerpt, the author shares a profound experience of utilizing the mantra 'Samma Arahang' during meditation to overcome sleepiness. The imagery of a crystal ball in the abdomen symbolizes clari

Love and Family meditation is necessary apart from working. On weekdays, I meditate for at least 30 to 60 minutes. On Sundays, I will meditate with Luang Phaw Dhammajayo during every session of the sa

In Japan, where technology thrives yet the suicide rate is high, meditation is crucial for mental well-being. I meditate daily to cope with workplace stress, which can negatively affect family life. J

Love and Family could greatly reduce my back pain by sitting with my back against a hard surface and lodging a small pillow against my lower back. Once I had addressed my physical discomfort, my medit

In this exploration of meditation and personal growth, the author shares experiences of overcoming back pain through proper sitting techniques and how meditation sessions evolved. Participation in the

Journey to Joy wrong turns while driving, bump into objects and commit other errors that frustrated my wife because they occurred too frequently. Meditation improved my mental clarity, reducing the fr

This text discusses the transformative effects of meditation on personal awareness and relationships. The author shares experiences of navigating life's challenges, highlighting the importance of focu

Love and Family cultivates a sense of caring and compassion for one's living companions on the planet. Loving- kindness meditation helped shake me out of my penchant for putting my own needs above tho

This text reflects on the practice of loving-kindness meditation as a means to cultivate compassion for family and others. It emphasizes the importance of a clear mind, free from distractions, which D

Journey to Joy after day, is against the principles of leading a correct life in this world. 82 62 We should find satisfaction with our profession. We should come home pleased, not exhausted or depres

In 'Journey to Joy,' the text emphasizes the importance of finding satisfaction in our professions and maintaining balance between career demands and mental development. Meditation is highlighted as a

Knowledge and Career My current goal is to finish medical school and enter the field of surgery. Surgery is a tough and demanding field of medicine, and the hours are long and hard. However, the amoun

The author aspires to finish medical school and specialize in surgery, emphasizing the importance of blending physical treatment with mental well-being. They describe positive meditation experiences,

Journey to Joy 112 Five years ago, I had lymphatic cancer. The doctor said that I needed 11 chemotherapy and 36 radiation sessions. Before I began the three- month long treatment, the doctor used a CT

Five years ago, I faced lymphatic cancer and underwent extensive treatment. Surprisingly, I experienced no side effects from chemotherapy and radiation, thanks to my daily meditation practice. This up

Journey to Joy 114 the symptoms can worsen. I was so glad to learn that the doctor proposed to the Hospital Board of Directors to provide meditation practice to patients, soon after. The meditation ex

The narrative reflects on the author's transformative meditation retreat at Phu-kradueng National Park, where personal relaxation turned into a journey of self-discovery. Initially seeking a break fro

Knowledge and Career force the sales team and verbally offend them in order to meet sales goals. Instead, I used pleasant words to motivate them to perform better and advised and directed them patient

This text discusses an approach to leadership that emphasizes kindness and motivation over fear tactics. The author's positive interaction with the sales team led to a significant increase in performa

Knowledge and Career time, I noticed that I didn't see any light, but I had the feeling of sitting in a sphere of light and perfect harmony. After a year, the pain in my knees ultimately caused me to

This narrative details a transformative experience with meditation, where the individual overcame knee pain and discomfort to practice for extended periods, achieving a state of harmony and clarity. G

Journey to Joy 142 the navel level - in my very centre. I use the mantra 'Samma Arahang' (which means 'purify the mind') repeating silently three times at each key point, until resting my mind at the

In this segment, the author discusses the practice of using the mantra 'Samma Arahang' to center the mind and achieve inner peace. By reciting the mantra and focusing on the 'seventh base', one can ef

Journey to Joy 150 things is not the correct way to resolve one's problems. If we have to face misfortune over and over again, we would have to go through the same distress because our minds lack the

This passage emphasizes the importance of developing mental strength to face life's adversities. It explains how repeated misfortunes can lead to distress if we do not strengthen our minds. Meditation

Journey to Joy 152 provides the strength and wisdom to escape sadness and begin a new chapter in our lives. We must maintain our willpower to live and continue performing good deeds no matter what hap

This text emphasizes the importance of willpower and performing good deeds as we navigate through life's challenges. It suggests that through meditation, we can achieve calmness and the ability to fac

Journey to Joy Pure Inner Wisdom any people have informed me Man that after they have practised meditation, their daily behaviours and abilities to resolve problems improve significantly. Those who ha

Many individuals report significant improvements in their daily behavior and problem-solving abilities after practicing meditation. Even brief meditation experiences lead to increased calmness, patien

Wisdom come anywhere close to the beauty of what I saw. Since then, I tried hard to repeat that experience many times, but unfortunately sometimes trying too hard did not yield results. I often medita

This passage reflects on the author's journey with meditation as a way to combat insomnia and achieve clarity of thought. The author describes how a profound experience with light during meditation ha

Wisdom adverse effect on my meditation. I have since overcomed this problem through greater awareness of the mind and the need to “empty the mind of all worries". 2) Forgive our shortcomings. We canno

Meditation is a powerful tool for mental clarity and self-acceptance. Overcoming challenges such as physical limitations requires a shift in mindset to love oneself. Regular and systematic practice is

Journey to Joy 226 other methods of meditation that did not seem to work. I really wanted to try the Dhammakaya Meditation Technique. In the beginning, I experienced many difficulties. At first, I cou

In my journey to explore meditation, I faced numerous challenges with the Dhammakaya Meditation Technique. Initially, comfort was an issue, as I struggled to maintain the lotus position. My restless m