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Family Life: Self-Control and Endurance
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Family Life: Self-Control and Endurance
…fe day. Self-control can also be referred to as "loving to train our self". In order to do this, we need a great mentor, or teacher. The problem, of course, is how to find one. Not only must our mentor be…
…arriage, pre-nuptial agreements may introduce stress instead of providing security, emphasizing the need for open communication about weaknesses and expectations. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.
Family Life: Balancing Happiness and Sacrifice
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Family Life: Balancing Happiness and Sacrifice
…our own individual happiness. Part of this sacrifice, and one of the most important factors that we need to be aware of, is how to budget finances for our family: what the family needs versus what our fam…
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Raising Morally Responsible Children
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Raising Morally Responsible Children
…he home that promote morality in children. Since we are not with the teachers at school all day, we need to be able to assess them and know what they are teaching. We do not necessarily need to send them …
This section emphasizes the importance of reading quality literature with children, identifying good teachers, and guiding them towards positive friendships. By engaging in these activities, parents c
Family Problems and Solutions
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Family Problems and Solutions
…y 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 clothing, and save money for the security and…
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
Meditation Technique and Tips
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Meditation Technique and Tips
…plish something, you have to pursue it with all your strength. You will be under pressure; you will need to think, analyze, criticize, and follow certain procedures. In meditation, there is no need for th…
Part Six of the book focuses on meditation techniques that promote inner happiness through simple visualization. Readers are encouraged to visualize neutral objects, relax their minds, and embrace a n
Meditation Techniques for Mind Stillness
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Meditation Techniques for Mind Stillness
…our awareness maintain the vision of a bright crystal ball, gently and comfortably. This is all you need to do from this point onward, with a still mind, softly, gently, constantly, continuously-you don't…
…eutral mindset is essential for deepening the meditation process. As one becomes more centered, the need to recite the mantra diminishes, and a state of pure stillness emerges. Practitioners are reminded …
The Importance of a Calm Mind in the Face of Uncertainty
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The Importance of a Calm Mind in the Face of Uncertainty
… you will soon be able to rid yourself of defilements." This means the more we suffer, the more we need to still our minds. When the mind is calm, no suffering will never ever distort wisdom and peace of…
…ncertainties. Drawing from the teachings of the Lord Buddha to Venerable Rahula, it illustrates the need for indifference to external circumstances, akin to the earth's reaction to perfume or unpleasant o…
Wisdom for Marriage: Ten Suggestions from a Father to His Daughter
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Wisdom for Marriage: Ten Suggestions from a Father to His Daughter
…l problems into the house. 3. Give to those who give to us. If we are capable of helping those who need it, we should. Then, if they are capable, we may rely on their help if we are in need. 4. Do not g…
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
Guiding Children Towards a Positive Future
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Guiding Children Towards a Positive Future
… have a bright future, and find success in both the professional and personal realms, five criteria need to be met: 1) Teach their children to refrain from bad deeds. 2) Teach their children to do good d…
…in guiding their children to develop good behavior and self-discipline. It emphasizes the immediate need to address any self-destructive behaviors. Furthermore, it highlights five essential criteria for p…
Helping a Parent Overcome Alcoholism
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Helping a Parent Overcome Alcoholism
…ifficult task for children who want to help their father to quit drinking. When teaching adults, we need to make them think. In order to avoid embarrassment, we need to use wisdom to find a way that is ap…
…uitable methods for assisting family members in overcoming similar challenges while emphasizing the need for wisdom and patience in dealing with adults.
The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
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The Power of Austerity in Buddhism
"In order to differentiate between need and want, our ancestors trained themselves by practicing austerity on every Buddhist Holy Day. Many…
… text explores how practicing austerity on Buddhist Holy Days helps individuals distinguish between needs and wants. By practicing under a long-handed umbrella and wearing white clothes, one cultivates co…
Challenges of Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
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Challenges of Democracy Promotion in the Middle East
…atements, and the glaring discrepancy between rhetoric and actions. The idea of democracy promotion needs to be clearly differentiated from that of regime overthrow, not only because the conflation of the…
…ast, highlighting the confusion between promoting democracy and regime overthrow. It emphasizes the need for the U.S. to differentiate these concepts, recognize the consequences of its policies, and tailo…
Interpretations of Dhammakāya in Early Pāli Texts
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Interpretations of Dhammakāya in Early Pāli Texts
… that its first component, dhamma, is used in the sense of the Buddha's teaching.^28 In contrast, Need believes that the meaning of 'dhammakāya' in this passage is unclear and can hardly be certain. Nev…
…of the Buddha lies in his teachings rather than his personality. Harrison supports this view, while Need expresses uncertainty about the clarity of 'dhammakāya.' Reynolds indicates that the teaching or sc…
Understanding Boon and Kilesa in Meditation
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Understanding Boon and Kilesa in Meditation
…is in front of us and behind us and all around us! And what happens is that the very thing that you need to work on is the very thing that you do not see – yourself! So, we need to meditate and keep our m…
In this insightful discussion on meditation, Luang Por explains how the mind often drifts outside our center, leading to anger and distraction from self-awareness. By focusing inward and engaging in g
Understanding Basic Needs and Their Impact on Character Development
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Understanding Basic Needs and Their Impact on Character Development
Suzanne Jeffrey But the four basic needs are the first four that I mentioned: food, shelter, clothing, and medicine. Who, then, provides us…
The text discusses basic human needs such as food, shelter, clothing, and medicine, emphasizing the role parents or guardians play in f…
Understanding the Eightfold Noble Path
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Understanding the Eightfold Noble Path
…n this, as an example, each occupation has a set of goals and responsibilities or expectations that need to be met. Or, each encounter we have with each person we meet has an outcome. This is why in knowi…
In this enlightening Dhamma talk, Luang Por emphasizes the uniqueness of each individual's Eightfold Path, advocating that while everyone's journey is distinct, the universal qualities remain unchange
Understanding the Eightfold Path in Buddhism
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Understanding the Eightfold Path in Buddhism
…hange our speech to reflect a true sense of compassion reflecting on those around us? Therefore, we need to refrain from (1) Tell- ing Lies, (2) Speaking Divisively, (3) Speaking harshly, and (4) Gossipin…
…sses the journey towards achieving Nirvana through un-deluding oneself. Right Speech highlights the need for honesty and kindness in communication, warning against lies, divisive speech, harsh words, and …
Understanding the Process of Perception and Cognition
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Understanding the Process of Perception and Cognition
…e us some time – like learning our multiplication tables. Other things, we learn quickly because we need to remember a telephone number or a person’s name or face because it will be important information …
This text discusses the intricate processes of how our brain perceives, memorizes, thinks, and ultimately knows. It highlights the significance of each stage, emphasizing the depth required in thinkin
Refocusing Wat's Mission for Global Peace
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Refocusing Wat's Mission for Global Peace
…t even though there are centers around the world, if the Wat really wants to gauge its’ success, we need to know how many local people participate in these centers. In looking through this lens, the Wat h…
In this meeting, Luang Por highlights the need for the Wat to refocus on its foundational mission of achieving World Peace through Inner Peace. He…
The Path to a Balanced Mind
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The Path to a Balanced Mind
… any culture or society, if they don’t support the eightfold path, it is a throw-away. All cultures need to have Respect, Patience, and Discipline because that is how we arrive at wisdom, and a wise cultu…
This text emphasizes the importance of respect, patience, and discipline in achieving a balanced mind and wisdom. It suggests that all cultures must embrace these values to ensure peace and wisdom. Th