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Truth for the Family: Understanding Kamma and Promotions
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Truth for the Family: Understanding Kamma and Promotions
Part Five: Truth for the Family ripen and that person will be punished. The Law of Kamma is universal! We are all heir to our kamma. Kamma and Promotion The concept of having the right objective and e
Part Five discusses how the universal law of Kamma affects both family interactions and workplace promotions. It highlights the natural reactions of employees to discrepancies in promotions, such as j
Jealousy and Marital Struggles
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Jealousy and Marital Struggles
ERVICE good reasons. My rules were simple, they were: (1) I was always right, and (2) If you didn't understand, check out rule number one. Sometimes, I would become mad and throw things around, but my
This text delves into the author's personal struggles with jealousy and possessiveness within her marriage. The author describes rules she enacted, her husband's reactions, and the tensions that arose
The Importance of Home in Education
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The Importance of Home in Education
Life is spent largely in a combination of just these few rooms, save for a little time spent travelling here and there. The bedroom is a suitable environment to introduce to the pupil ways to cultiva
This text discusses the significance of home settings in educating young pupils. It emphasizes that the bedroom serves as a place for nurturing awareness and prayer, while the bathroom teaches hygiene
Understanding the Law of Kamma and Workplace Promotion Criteria
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Understanding the Law of Kamma and Workplace Promotion Criteria
in the past. So when we perform good deeds, sometimes we are suddenly hit with the bad outcome. By the same token, sometimes we see somebody doing something bad, but they are hit with windfall. It loo
In life, the outcomes of good deeds and bad actions often seem misaligned, leading some to question the effectiveness of the Law of Kamma. This universal law states that immoral actions will ultimatel
The Tale of the White Elephant
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The Tale of the White Elephant
Once on a time when King Magadha was ruling in Rājagaha in Magadha, the Bodhisatta was born an elephant. He was white all over and graced with all the beauty of form described above. And because of hi
In ancient Rājagaha under King Magadha, a stunning white elephant captured hearts during a royal procession, inciting jealousy in the king. Determined to rid himself of the source of praise, the king
Journey to Joy: Improving Family and Work Relationships through Meditation
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Journey to Joy: Improving Family and Work Relationships through Meditation
Journey to Joy 64 sense an uneasy feeling developing in our family. But after I practised meditation and got involved with activities at the meditation centre regularly, our family's relationship has
In 'Journey to Joy', the author shares personal experiences of how regular meditation practice improved family interactions and emotional stability. By leading a team focused on workplace efficiency a
The Importance of Internal Happiness and Community Spaces
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The Importance of Internal Happiness and Community Spaces
Šuzanne Jeffrey ride: When you have something new to wear, you feel good about yourselves, but when you don’t, you feel badly about yourselves. And the only thing that seems to satisfy people is alwa
In this insightful segment, Suzanne Jeffrey discusses the connection between external desires and internal happiness, emphasizing the importance of focusing on appropriate clothing rather than just fa
Understanding the Law of Kamma and Promotion Criteria
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Understanding the Law of Kamma and Promotion Criteria
in the past. So when we perform good deeds, sometimes we are suddenly hit with the bad outcome. By the same token, sometimes we see somebody doing something bad, but they are hit with windfall. It loo
This text discusses the Law of Kamma, illustrating how good deeds may not yield immediate positive outcomes and how bad actions can seem rewarded, causing doubt in moral principles. It emphasizes that
Buddhist View on Sex
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Buddhist View on Sex
Buddhist View on Sex Monica meaning of both a sexual relationship and marriage. They will prefer sexual pleasure to a meaningful relationship with someone. The heart will lose its innocence as it is f
The text discusses the Buddhist view on sex, emphasizing the importance of meaningful relationships over mere sexual pleasure. It highlights how sexual passion can lead to negative emotions such as je
The Four Problems in Marriage
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The Four Problems in Marriage
Part One: Family Life These are: Truthfulness (Sacca), Self-Control (Dama), Endurance (Khanti), and Sacrifice (Caga). When lacking in any of these principles, conflict or discord will arise in any hum
Part One: Family Life highlights four essential principles for maintaining healthy relationships: Truthfulness (Sacca), Self-Control (Dama), Endurance (Khanti), and Sacrifice (Caga). Conflict within f
Dhamma for Laypersons: The Vital Heart of a Stable Family
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Dhamma for Laypersons: The Vital Heart of a Stable Family
The following is the extracted text from the image: --- The following subject matter is very important for all families; whoever wants to get married, whoever wants to have children, whoever wants t
Understanding family dynamics is essential for those looking to marry or raise children. This text emphasizes the importance of Dhamma for Laypersons, outlining four critical elements: truthfulness, s
The Importance of Generosity and Morality in Family Dynamics
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The Importance of Generosity and Morality in Family Dynamics
family members fight over property or money. This causes the decline of the very best in the family and problems can only increase. Since our ancestors fully understood this fact, they led their desc
Family disputes over property and finances can deteriorate relationships. Ancestors encouraged their descendants to practice generosity, contributing to positive family dynamics. Teaching children to
Exploring the Nature of the Mind
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Exploring the Nature of the Mind
Suzanne Jeffrey It is not something to see with the eyes, so you must meditate and practice and see it for yourself. The mind is at the seventh base, and is approximately the size of an eye socket. I
This text discusses the importance of meditation and self-awareness in understanding the mind. It highlights how our perceptions affect our knowledge and the various challenges like health and mood th
Understanding Boon and Dhamma
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Understanding Boon and Dhamma
Suzanne Jeffrey Q: How is boon generated? A: Boon is created by doing good acts, keeping precepts, meditating, and listening to the Dhamma. You can feel the energy that is created by these four thing
Boon is generated by good actions, keeping precepts, meditating, and listening to Dhamma. It creates positive energy that purifies the mind. Conversely, baap, or bad energy, arises from negative thoug
The Pursuit of True Happiness
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The Pursuit of True Happiness
the desire of young people who seek happiness in companionship; once they find their match they are happy, but then later on comes the suffering. Suffering in the form of concern, worry, jealousy, pri
The text discusses how young people often seek happiness in companionship, experiencing initial joy that can later transform into suffering due to jealousy, pride, and disappointment. This can lead to
The Power of Seriousness in Meditation
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The Power of Seriousness in Meditation
144. WHATEVER YOU DO, DO IT SERIOUSLY Since I arrived at the temple, many people looked down at me and mistreated me, but I did not allow myself to be affected by them. Instead, I focused my attentio
This text reflects on the importance of approaching meditation with seriousness and focus. Despite facing mistreatment and negativity from others, the author emphasizes the value of maintaining a Dham
Ten Ways to Perform Good Deeds
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Ten Ways to Perform Good Deeds
Powerless - being jealous in others' success; having ill will High social standing - being respectful to the virtuous; humble Low social standing - being arrogant and disrespectful to the virtuous; la
This text outlines ten good deeds that enhance merit, including acts of giving, adherence to moral precepts, and mental cultivation through meditation. It emphasizes the importance of generosity in co
Dummedha-Jātaka: The Folly of Jealousy
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Dummedha-Jātaka: The Folly of Jealousy
Dummedha-Jātaka. "Exalted station breeds a fool great woe."—This story was told by the Master while at the Bamboo-grove, about Devadatta. For the Brethren had met together in the Hall of Truth, and w
The Dummedha-Jātaka recounts an episode from the life of the Buddha, where he reflects on the story of Devadatta. Jealous of the Buddha's wisdom and Perfections, Devadatta's madness led to his folly.
Extending Our Joy
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Extending Our Joy
ABOVE ALL CIRCUMSTANCES VXIII Extending Our Joy This feeling of happiness will reduce stress and clear our mind from unwholesome thoughts. This will create a pleasant environment at home and in the wo
This text discusses the significance of happiness in our lives. It emphasizes that fostering joy can lead to reduced stress and eliminate unwholesome thoughts, creating a more pleasant environment bot
Meditation and Family Life in Japan
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Meditation and Family Life in Japan
Love and Family meditation is necessary apart from working. On weekdays, I meditate for at least 30 to 60 minutes. On Sundays, I will meditate with Luang Phaw Dhammajayo during every session of the sa
In Japan, where technology thrives yet the suicide rate is high, meditation is crucial for mental well-being. I meditate daily to cope with workplace stress, which can negatively affect family life. J