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Meditation in Everyday Life on days that you meditate well as well as days that you don't. Keep a diary and take notice of how your meditation experience improves. Use a meditation diary as your medit

Meditation can transform everyday life, enhancing our experiences both on good and challenging days. Keeping a meditation diary helps track progress and deepen practice. The act of sharing loving kind

At this stage, we need to focus at the point where everything ceases to change. This point is very important and we can sense it only with our mind, not by touch. It will cease conflicts and suffering

At this stage, we must concentrate on the critical point where all changes stop. This moment is essential and can be perceived only by our minds, not through physical touch. It signifies the end of co

30 30 Buddhist Congregation Buddhist Monica Luang Por : What does it mean to a Buddhist to practice meditation in a ceremony like the Kathina Ceremony yesterday? Does it enrich the Buddhist life to me

In the context of Buddhism, meditation is often practiced individually during the week, but communal gatherings, such as the Kathina Ceremony, play a crucial role in promoting unity among practitioner

A Successful Marriage Monica : We have a big problem in Norway. Many people get divorced, like 50% every year, and I don't know why that happens all the time because you can just change your man like

In Norway, where divorce rates reach 50% annually, Monica seeks to understand how other cultures and religions maintain lasting marriages. Luang Por emphasizes three critical questions for those conte

Thankings with a Dharma Master ourselves. This is also an important room for economy, as well, because we have to learn to cut back on our spending for clothing and accessories. The last room is the

In this insightful text, a Dharma Master emphasizes the vital role of teachers and parents in shaping children's morality and behaviors. The importance of creating supportive environments in homes and

The Systematic Training Programme for Spreading Buddhism The Systematic Training Programme for Spreading Buddhism is also known as, "The Kalyanamitta Monk Training Programme", whose main objective is

The Systematic Training Programme for Spreading Buddhism, also known as the Kalyanamitta Monk Training Programme, focuses on imparting Buddhist knowledge to laypersons. This initiative promotes a unif

Wisdom now I deal with those problems and keep stress to a minimum level. I have true good friends, a beautiful wife and a wonderful son. My life has become complete and I am contented. Before I met t

This passage highlights the profound impact of meditation on the author's life. It reflects on personal growth, the importance of relationships, and the belief in life beyond death. The author credits

Formation of Habits • The work which is done in each of the five rooms • Attitude toward the consumption of the four necessities in these rooms • The way to consume the four necessities in these rooms

The text discusses the formation of habits across five key areas of life, emphasizing proper training for cultivating good habits. It highlights attitudes towards necessities and living together, as w

this all could have been avoided if you have the inclination to fix problems when they occur, rather than procrastinating. How can we avoid all these problems? When you become a monk you should yourse

This text discusses the importance of addressing problems promptly and the responsibilities of a monk, which include various temple duties. By being aware of what needs to be done and acting on it, mo

Part Two: Raising Children 2. Pain and Suffering: Children should be aware of the need to care for their own health, though they should never be deceptive nor pretend to be sick in order to get out of

In this section, we discuss essential aspects of raising children including their health awareness, the importance of teamwork, and understanding social roles. Children should learn not to deceive reg

Part Two: Raising Children using the four requisites. We will need to ask ourselves if we have the ability to maintain quality (always delivering our best); ability to manage our time (seeing all the

In raising children, it's crucial to embody qualities of quality, time management, and financial prudence, as children absorb both good and bad traits from their parents. By consistently modeling thes

Part Two: Raising Children When our children are young, we are everything to them. As they grow older, friends will influence their thoughts and attitudes more and more. In the teenage years, they wil

Part Two explores how parents are central in their children's early lives and adapt as they grow. Initially, parents are everything, but as children reach their teenage years, peers begin to influence

7 This is very important because it is the place where you were born. If you go to different foundations, start from foundation 7 to 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 and then go to the new one. If you do not, you wil

This text discusses the significance of foundational stages in personal growth, emphasizing starting from foundation 7 down to 1 before moving onward. It highlights the connection between physical wel

Sponsoring Contributors Phra Chayong Atthajayo Phra Thawee Sukito Phra Dhammadayada Class of 1998 Chanjarus Boonsakolcharoen Chissanupong Panlumkittiwong Chittaya-Kitluxkul Family Charinrat P.Miller D

This text lists various individuals and families who have generously contributed to community projects, showcasing the importance of their support. Sponsors include Phra Chayong Atthajayo, Phra Thawee

Wisdom A few years before I went to Germany, I had what I call my first life-changing experience through meditation and it blew me away! I was meditating almost daily at this time and on three separat

The narrator recounts their first life-changing experience with meditation, where they reached profound states that prompted them to halt their sessions early. With time, they embraced the unknown dep

'Vinaya' means 'code of conduct', 'discipline' and 'regulations'on the behaviour of individuals. As a collection, it is the name of the first portion of the Buddhist Canon [Vinaya-piṭaka] which deals

Vinaya refers to the code of conduct governing the behavior of individuals within the Buddhist community, particularly monks and nuns. It encompasses the Vinaya-piṭaka, the first portion of the Buddhi

Preface Not a month goes by these days without another important article being published on some newly uncovered Buddhist text, and among the discoveries are ancient materials about Buddhist meditati

This preface discusses the ongoing discoveries in Buddhist meditation texts and the efforts of Venerable Phrakrupaladnayokwarawat (Sudhammo Bhikkhu) in promoting scholarly exploration. It emphasizes t

Part Six: Meditation Technique and Tips Chapter 33 The Ten Homework Assignments for Meditation Practitioners 1 2 3 4 5 To improve our meditation experience, we must always observe how well we meditate

In this chapter, we delve into ten essential homework assignments designed for meditation practitioners. To enhance our meditation experiences, it is crucial to observe daily meditation practices and

Part Seven: Appendixes 3. Tolerance; putting up with adversity; patience (Khanti) 4. Being able to part with possessions and give them to the proper people who will care for them well; renunciation (C

In this section, we delve into the virtues of tolerance and benevolence, such as patience (Khanti) and renunciation (Cāga). The text highlights four detrimental paths leading to ruin, including indulg

Preface T¹ he quest for world peace is a task that becomes more daunting with each passing year. We are surrounded by increasing levels of conflict, and much of humanity is struggling to find relief f

The preface discusses the challenges of achieving world peace amidst growing conflict and stress. It emphasizes that inner peace is essential before global tranquility can be attained. The teachings o