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Truth for the Family: The Power of Mindfulness and Meditation
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Truth for the Family: The Power of Mindfulness and Meditation
Part Five: Truth for the Family through mindfulness. Mindfulness is being aware of what we are doing at the present moment, and being able to different…
Part Five of this enlightening series emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and meditation in family life. Mindfulness fosters awareness of our actions and helps us discern ri…
The Story of a Wood Cutter's Son
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The Story of a Wood Cutter's Son
…Namo Buddhassa" when the evil spirit pulled at his leg in the night. The king asked the Buddha, "Is mindfulness of the unique qualities of the Buddha the only dhamma that gives one protection against evil and da…
In this narrative, a king learns about a boy who feels safe and content due to his mindfulness of the Buddha. The king is curious whether this mindfulness alone provides protection against evil.…
The Importance of Mindfulness and Meditation
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The Importance of Mindfulness and Meditation
Mindfulness is being aware of what one is doing at the present moment, and being able to differentiate and make…
Mindfulness involves being present and discerning right from wrong. Our ancestors embraced mindfulness, influen…
Mindfulness and Meditation Techniques
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Mindfulness and Meditation Techniques
…”8 at the same time. Visualizing and reciting the mantra at the same time is a way to maintain your mindfulness. But mindfulness has to be observed in a way that is relaxing while also feeling alert at the same …
… importance of visualizing a crystal sphere while reciting the mantra 'samma ar- ahang' to maintain mindfulness. Mindfulness and relaxation must coexist for a still mind, enabling us to perceive the inner Dhamma…
Understanding Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration
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Understanding Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration
Suzanne Jeffrey “Samma Sati, or Right Mindfulness, refers to correctly maintaining and stilling our mind inside of our self. Not wandering around, in…
The text outlines the significance of Samma Sati (Right Mindfulness) and Samma Samadhi (Right Concentration) in meditation. Right Mindfulness emphasizes maintaining a …
Cultivating Mindfulness and Moral Foundations in Families
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Cultivating Mindfulness and Moral Foundations in Families
…r fruit. Training ourselves to be mindful will save our minds from being trapped by those channels. Mindfulness is being aware of what one is doing at the present moment, and being able to differentiate and make…
This text discusses how families can instill moral values and mindfulness in children through daily Dhamma studies, teachings, and meditation. It emphasizes the importance o…
Golden Age of Inner Peace
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Golden Age of Inner Peace
… so complementary and that we share the same objec- tives towards promoting world peace. We promote mindfulness in thought, speech and action, while respecting the pride of the human race. We mirror in our work …
…Temple and Foundation express their happiness in complementing this mission, as both aim to promote mindfulness, non-violence, and respect for all humanity. Despite ongoing global conflicts, the pursuit of true …
The Impact of Dhamma on Children's Mindfulness
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The Impact of Dhamma on Children's Mindfulness
…mind. They lose their good judgment when they follow the celebrities. They must learn to keep their mindfulness. The Eightfold Noble Path can be taught in Kindergarten. We can teach them etiquette, manners, and …
This text discusses how early Dhamma teachings and the support of family can influence a child's mindfulness and ethical behavior. It reflects on the challenges of modern society where distractions like TV di…
Guidelines for Effective Meditation
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Guidelines for Effective Meditation
…reathing and your circulation flow naturally. Relaxation is the heart of meditation. Maintain your mindfulness along with your relaxed mood when you meditate. Mindfulness and relaxation must go hand in hand. Re…
Meditation is a practice that requires both relaxation and mindfulness. To begin, sit cross-legged with your right leg over your left, hands resting gently on your lap. L…
The Importance of Meditation for Mental and Physical Health
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The Importance of Meditation for Mental and Physical Health
… and to achieve spiritual insight. We meditate to reduce stress, improve mental health and increase mindfulness, which leads to superior wisdom. The following benefits explain why meditation is so important and…
…s the individual, mental illness can have broader impacts. Meditation fosters happiness, peace, and mindfulness, helping to reduce stress and improve mental clarity. Benefits include reduced anxiety, enhanced co…
Hiri-Ottapa: Understanding Shame and Fear of Wrongdoing
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Hiri-Ottapa: Understanding Shame and Fear of Wrongdoing
…hfulness to spouse; keeping harmony in marriage 4. Truthfulness – honesty to yourself and others 5. Mindfulness – being aware and alert; having good consciousness Iddhipada 4 -- Four foundations of Success 1. …
…ess. This text delves into the Five Virtues: compassion, generosity, contentment, truthfulness, and mindfulness, essential for moral living. Furthermore, it discusses the Four Foundations of Success: inspiration…
The Teachings of the Buddha
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The Teachings of the Buddha
…l standards that lead to self-liberation. Buddhists embrace the practice of moral restraint (sila), mindfulness (samadhi), and wisdom (panna). Moral restraint is achieved through observation of precepts or codes…
…guide toward good deeds that can alleviate this suffering. Through the practice of moral restraint, mindfulness, and wisdom, individuals can achieve self-reliance and ultimately attain nirvana. The essence of Bu…
Strive to Build Maximum Merit
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Strive to Build Maximum Merit
… to do it well. Don’t be lazy with your meditation. Meditate as much as you can to cultivate good mindfulness. If your mindfulness is weak, you will be vulnerable to evil thoughts that give rise to bad kamma. …
การมีชีวิตเป็นมนุษย์นั้นเป็นการอัศจรรย์ที่สำคัญมาก เราต้องใช้ชีวิตให้มีคุณค่าและสร้างบุญให้มากที่สุด พระพุทธศาสนาย้ำว่าการกระทำดีจะส่งผลดี ซึ่งบุญคือสิ่งเดียวที่เราสามารถนำติดตัวไปหลังจากตาย ทุกคนต้อง
The Benefits of Chanting
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The Benefits of Chanting
…nt. Those who practice often and meditate daily will have clarity of mind and a heightened sense of mindfulness towards all things around them. Once you have a mind that is kind and sensitive, you will have a mi…
…, thanks to the long vowel sounds it employs. Regular meditation linked with chanting also promotes mindfulness and a gentle strength in facing life's challenges. The mind, akin to a muscle, thrives on flexibili…
Glossary of Important Terms in Enlightenment
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Glossary of Important Terms in Enlightenment
Glossary Arahant – Someone who has attained enlightenment (or no longer has defilement). This person is free from greed, delusion, ignorance and such things as that. Baap – The bad stuff that’s floa
This glossary provides definitions of essential terms in the context of enlightenment and mindfulness practices. It discusses concepts such as Arahant, individuals who have achieved enlightenment free …
The Essence of Meditation and the Four Jhanas
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The Essence of Meditation and the Four Jhanas
…h a candle, we want brightness. In cooking, we want heat. "Meditation is all about brightness. And mindfulness is generated by the heat or combustion. Combustion is the effort… the Right Effort (on the eightfol…
…on, similar to lighting a candle, three phenomena occur: brightness, heat (effort), and combustion (mindfulness). The fourth jhana transcends happiness and unhappiness, leading to a profound state of indifferenc…
The Path to a Balanced Mind
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The Path to a Balanced Mind
… / / / / RIGHT EFFORT / / RIGHT MINDFULNESS / / / / / / …
…cludes Right View, Right Thought, Right Speech, Right Action, Right Livelihood, Right Effort, Right Mindfulness, Right Concentration, and Right Focus. By developing these attributes, individuals can lead to inne…
Comfortable Mindfulness Practice
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Comfortable Mindfulness Practice
… with your legs hanging down, or with your legs sideways, whichever is right for you. Maintain your mindfulness along with your relaxed mood. Make sure that there is no tension in any part of your body.
In your mindfulness practice at home, prioritize comfort. You can choose any position that feels right, such as sitting…
การเฝ้าระวังสติในร่างกาย
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การเฝ้าระวังสติในร่างกาย
【กะ】【可守身中意者. 譯意在身觀. 是為身中意】【(T-ABS Y I T602, 15:169c22-c23) As for the ability to guard mindfulness [smtṛ] at the centre of the body, it is known as the mindfulness dwells contemplating [in] the body…
บทความนี้นำเสนอแนวความคิดเกี่ยวกับการเฝ้าระวังสติที่ศูนย์กลางของร่างกาย โดยอ้างถึงงานของ Michael Radich ในการอธิบายความหมายของคำว่า 'อือ' ซึ่งหมายถึงทั้ง 'ใจ' และ 'สติ' ในการศึกษานี้ยังมีการอ้างอิงถึง
Meditation Techniques from An Shigao's Teachings
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Meditation Techniques from An Shigao's Teachings
…ial scriptures translated by An Shigao from a Sanskrit text named Anāpānasmrti-sūtra, or the “Great Mindfulness of Breathing Sutra”.34 The full title of this text in the Taisho Tripiṭaka is Foshou Da Anban shouy…
…hlighting the Anban shouyi jing, a crucial scripture translated from Sanskrit. The sutra emphasizes mindfulness of breathing and includes teachings on four objects of contemplation, the meditation on the five se…