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Knowledge and Career I started to work with her to reorganise my broken life. Elsbeth helped me to discover the root causes of my suffering. And she taught me the basic Dhammakaya technique to meditat

In this narrative, the author shares their experience of working with Elsbeth to reorganize their life and uncover the roots of their suffering through meditation. By learning the Dhammakaya technique

Journey to Joy 242 require many resources. Creating peace is much cheaper than waging wars. Wars waste a lot of money and lives, but peace does not require resources or weapons. We just have to focus

Creating peace is more economical than waging wars, which waste lives and resources. True peace arises from within and requires a concerted global effort. Individuals must focus on their inner peace t

Journey to Joy 258 No sooner had we returned to the base, I was then ordered to go back out with little or no rest. It was then that my friend insisted on taking my place. He insisted and I relented.

This passage recounts a personal experience of loss during a military conflict. The writer reflects on the moment he deferred to a friend's wishes to take his place in action, leading to that friend's

Journey to Joy 52 52 that VCD although I could not understand Thai. It was full of love and kindness. It inspired me to quit smoking for good and also inspired me to try meditation. Both my wife and I

This text recounts the author's journey towards spiritual awakening through meditation and the Dhammakaya technique. Inspired by love and kindness seen in a VCD, the author and his wife begin meditati

feeling: see aggregates) vedanānupassanā-satitapatthā (see mindfulness of feeling in the feeling) Vehapphalā (P. realm of Brahmas with abundant reward: see form Brahma realms) vibhavaṭaṅhā (see cravin

This text provides an in-depth understanding of various important Buddhist concepts. It covers essential terms such as vedanānupassanā (mindfulness of feelings), vipassanā (insight), and viriya (energ

(Derajchanpome: Earth) a hungry ghost, a demon, or a Hell creature (Pretapume, Asurakayapome, or Narokkapume: Hell). Sugati and Duggati are the destinations of those who pass away where they must face

The essence of end-of-life care is ensuring a patient maintains a clear mind for optimal spiritual outcomes, which can significantly influence their final destination in the afterlife. Caregivers play

"Recently, he fell seriously ill and was admitted into a hospital. The doctor said he has cancer and probably won't have much time to live. My father does not have faith in Buddhism. How can I help hi

This text discusses the emotional struggle of helping a father diagnosed with cancer who lacks faith in Buddhism. A senior monk advises that a patient's state of mind is crucial for their afterlife. I

VI. THE POWER OF THE MIND 11 11 Elevate Your Motivation 126 Exercise the Body - Exercise the Mind 128 The Ultimate Courage 130 Meditation is Food for the Mind 132 Meditate Consistently 134 Organize th

This section delves into the immense potential of the mind, emphasizing the importance of motivation, physical and mental exercise, and the role of meditation in achieving mental clarity. Topics such

Journey to Joy able to practise even though their faiths from one another. may differ 222 22 The true happiness sought by all people can be found within each of us. It is not an external power or obje

True happiness is found within us and not in external objects or powers. Achieving happiness requires a completely still mind. When the mind is at peace, happiness naturally follows. This can be pract

Journey to Joy 46 46 universal love, the love of all of humankind without expectation of reward or gain. To love ourselves in the appropriate way, we have to still the mind by relaxing and gently clos

In this chapter, the focus is on cultivating universal love and self-love without expectations. By relaxing the mind through meditation, individuals can achieve inner peace and a sense of cleansing th

MEDITATION TECHNIQUE 30.Only a Question of Technique All of us have more than enough merit to attain Dhammakaya and the Wisdom of Dhammakaya here and now, without having to wait for the next lifetime.

In this text, it is emphasized that every individual possesses enough merit to attain Dhammakaya and its wisdom in the present life. By practicing diligently and maintaining unwavering focus during me

the feeling of happiness and joyfulness, and when you breathe out, breathe out all your worries and negative feelings. Take a moment to let go of all responsibilities that relate to work, loved ones,

Discover the art of relaxation as you breathe out worries and negative feelings. This guide leads you through a process to release all responsibilities, completely relax your body, and empty your mind

If you do this correctly, easily, comfortably, then your mind will become still easily, effortlessly. If you were an analyst, you would analyze, comment, on your inner experiences, your mind would not

This text explores the concept of achieving inner stillness and wisdom effortlessly. It emphasizes the importance of following simple instructions to calm the mind, avoiding over-analysis which can le

Tomorrow The World Will Change with a focused and clear mind. If we can train the mind to its highest potential, we will see with clarity, the true enemy – defilement – embedded deep inside our minds

Focusing the mind to its highest potential can reveal the true enemy within—defilement, the root of suffering and conflict. By calming the mind, one can eliminate impurities and become a guiding light

honest with every job they did throughout their lives, they could tell their stories proudly: “Ever since we were young, when we had to get a job, even if it was to empty or to clean the toilets, we

The text emphasizes the importance of working honestly, regardless of the job's status. It advocates for a proud acceptance of all honest work, equating it with a clear conscience and a peaceful mind.

(Derajchanpome: Earth) a hungry ghost, a demon, or a Hell creature (Pretatume, Asurakayapome, or Narokkapume: Hell). Sugati and Duggati are the destinations of those who pass away where they must fac

This guide discusses the significance of maintaining a patient's mental clarity during their final moments. It emphasizes the caregiver's role in providing emotional support and encouraging positive t

"In order to differentiate between need and want, our ancestors trained themselves by practicing austerity on every Buddhist Holy Day. Many teaching monks say that if a person wants to experience such

The 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 cultiv

This corresponds to the set of four activities41 belonging to a Stream-attainer (sotāpattiyānga) which brings about other sets of qualities. The titles ‘born of dhamma’ (dhammaja) and ‘created by dham

This content discusses the process of spiritual attainment through dhamma, emphasizing four key activities that lead to the emergence of noble qualities. It highlights how listening to the Buddha's te

WHAT IS MEDITATION? The mind can be compared to an ocean, and momentary mental events such as happiness, irritation, fantasies, and boredom can be compared to the waves that rise and fall on the ocea

Meditation serves as a means for mental development, allowing individuals to calm the turbulence of the mind and access its inherent clarity. This practice is not limited to any one faith, emphasizing

This is a cool, refreshing inner light that comes from the Dhamma within. All of us have this inner light within us, but it has been obscured by the Five Hindrances 15 (sensual desires, ill will, apat

This text discusses the inner light that arises from the Dhamma within us, often hindered by sensual desires, ill will, apathy, restlessness, and doubts. It emphasizes mindfulness and meditation as ke