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Love and Family To this purpose, marriage is not based solely on whether we feel physical attraction for the person, but more importantly, whether this person has similar faith, views, and beliefs. It

Marriage is not just about physical attraction; it hinges on shared faith and beliefs. Choosing a spouse from billions is significant, but the real challenge lies in building a lasting relationship. E

50 50 Journey to Joy Mr. Richard Braun (Germany) ❝"Meditation to attain the Dhammakaya has restrained me from having bad thoughts. When I have bad thoughts, I can clear them out very quickly before I

In this heartfelt account, Mr. Richard Braun from Germany shares how meditation to achieve the Dhammakaya has significantly transformed his life. He emphasizes how this practice helps him swiftly elim

58 59 Journey to Joy My name is Koichi Enomoto. I am Japanese. As the only son, I was well looked after. I had no siblings to share and learn the intricacies of giving and taking with, thus I didn't k

In 'Journey to Joy,' Koichi Enomoto shares his experiences growing up as an only son in Japan. He reflects on the attention from his parents, the lack of siblings, and the journey toward understanding

My introduction to Love and Family Dhammakaya meditation began about five years ago when I first learned about the basic method from a monk at the Meditation Center of Chicago. I had meditated many ye

The author shares their introduction to Dhammakaya meditation after realizing the challenges of daily life and mental clutter. This journey began five years ago at the Meditation Center of Chicago, fo

Journey to Joy 100 I cancelled the advertisements "Low Price Every Day" and changed it to "We have lots of choices for you" and "We return your money if you found a cheaper price". For example, we hav

In this text, the author shares an inspiring journey of transforming a business by altering advertising strategies and focusing on customer choices. By shifting to a message of variety and satisfactio

Knowledge and Career doing bad and how to do good deeds – this seems to be the most important subject in life for me. This is also really interesting for my profession, because it concerns relationshi

This content explores the significance of good deeds in personal and professional contexts, emphasizing the importance of understanding relationships. It highlights the need to stop blaming others and

Journey to Joy 138 on my breathing to get deeper. With my inner eye, I 'travelled' through my body in order to relax all tensions. I observed my breathing continuously while trying to let go of all th

In this reflective journey, the author shares her experiences with meditation as a crucial tool for coping with a major life breakdown following her divorce in 2002. Through the practice of deep breat

Journey to Joy 148 "Whenever we are sad, dealing with a loss or a disappointment that causes sorrow and distress, we can meditate to keep our mind calm, focused and positive as well as to provide us w

In moments of sadness or disappointment, meditation serves as a powerful tool to maintain calmness and positivity. It cultivates willpower inspired by profound wisdom, aiding in our understanding of l

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

Hope and Willpower In 1988, I lost my beloved daughter, Yve, in an accident. She died at a public hospital in Sydney, Australia. She was disabled and would go to the hospital for short periodic treatm

In 1988, the author lost her daughter Yve in a tragic hospital accident. Yve, a 7-year-old with disabilities, became victim to a horrific event that left her family devastated. The author navigated th

Hope and Willpower I felt great sorrow when my husband, the main provider of the family, died from a bus accident in the beginning of 2001. I felt that I had lost everything and cried so much that I d

This heartfelt narrative details the overwhelming sorrow and despair experienced after the sudden death of a husband and the amputation of both legs due to an accident. The author struggles with feeli

Journey to Joy 170 I was a legless single mother of two young children at that point of time in my life. I had to take care of my children on top of the challenges I faced when taking care of myself.

In this inspiring narrative, a legless single mother recounts her journey of overcoming daily challenges to care for her two young children. For over six months, she managed to handle household chores

Journey to Joy all secrets and leave us without doubts. We will possess the right knowledge about the purpose of life and consequently follow a correct path - one that is more fruitful and substantive

Journey to Joy explores the transformative power of the Dhammakaya, emphasizing how true knowledge within ourselves can create happiness and purpose. By unlocking this wisdom through meditation, we ca

Journey to Joy 186 Mr. Leon Bourne (United Kingdom) ""I have noticed some side effects from meditation. I used to drink heavily, now I don't. I used to take drugs and smoke, now I don't. I used to be

In this excerpt from 'Journey to Joy,' Mr. Leon Bourne shares his personal journey of transformation through meditation. He reflects on how the practice has helped him overcome heavy drinking, drug us

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

Journey to Joy 202 Prior to 2005, my religious and spiritual experiences provided only pieces of a puzzle to my understanding of life's spirituality. I had begun my religious studies as a six year old

This narrative recounts the author's spiritual journey prior to 2005, exploring diverse religions and practices. Starting from childhood, the author engages with meditation, prayer, and various sects,

Wisdom we should repeat the process often and regularly. Meditation requires discipline, repetition and willpower, so that we do not regress or lose what we have gained. Others know that I meditate. M

Meditation is a transformative practice that requires discipline, repetition, and willpower to maintain the benefits achieved. Through Dhammakaya meditation, one can attain inner happiness and a peace

Wisdom My name is Chan Poi Koun (Ken), a single Singaporean. I'm 40 years old. I worked as a product manager for a multinational electronic components distribution company in Singapore. I had enjoyed

Chan Poi Koun, a 40-year-old product manager in Singapore, shares his journey into meditation after reconnecting with an old classmate. Initially seeking relaxation, Chan now practices daily, accumula

Journey to Joy 218 I didn't want to come out of this comfort zone. I wanted to continue sitting and observing. I didn't feel tired, cold or hot, or uncomfortable, and I felt I could sit in that positi

This text reflects on the profound experience of meditation leading to a deeper understanding of happiness and inner peace. The author shares how meditation has transformed their perspective, enabling

Journey to Joy 240 differences in nationality, heredity, appearance, livelihood, and so on, internally, the inner peace and happiness we feel is identical. Awareness will replace confusion and misunde

In 'Journey to Joy', the text emphasizes that despite differences in nationality and appearance, true inner peace is universal. It discusses how meditation fosters awareness, dispels confusion, and ge