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Journey to Joy 70 70 good description of my mind) needs time to slow down so that it will not wander from thought to thought, memory to memory and worry to worry. I struggled with this mental wanderin

This content discusses the author's struggle with a wandering mind and the journey toward achieving mental stillness through meditation. Initially faced with physical discomforts and distractions, the

Knowledge and Career 79 12 CC We can work, study, or have a family, but we should never neglect meditation. To do so would be the desertion from the way of true happiness and success in life. A peacef

The text emphasizes the necessity of meditation in our lives alongside work, study, or family commitments. It highlights that neglecting meditation may lead to abandoning the path to true happiness an

Journey to Joy 80 00 A Vessel of Knowledge hile we are all born with a mind Whil and a body, and we live in a similar environment, haven't we all wondered why there are so many differences in abilitie

This text discusses the reasons behind varying abilities among individuals, emphasizing the significance of meditation. It suggests that meditation enhances the mind’s efficiency and connects it with

Knowledge and Career did not respond. I smiled, stayed calm, and did not say anything. I kept my mind calm as Luang Phaw Dhammajayo taught. Then, my creditors told me that I was a polite and patient d

In this text, the author shares the transformative effect of meditation on their work life. Despite facing challenges and pressure from creditors, the practice of keeping a calm mind helped boost prod

Knowledge and Career Mr. Andrew Cowan (U.S.A.) ""I believe meditation has helped with my work and allowed me to have empathy with other people. I feel that, by meditating, I have been able to more ful

Mr. Andrew Cowan from the USA discusses the benefits of meditation in his professional life. He shares that meditation has fostered his ability to empathize with others, particularly patients facing c

Journey to Joy 102 I first found out about the Dhammakaya Meditation Center in Seattle, Washington State, while working at the hospital in a clinic. The person who invited me to the center was Sunan Y

In 2002, I was invited to the Dhammakaya Meditation Center in Seattle by Sunan Yesuwan, a clinic colleague. Initially there to teach English to monks, I was encouraged to meditate. The practice brough

Knowledge and Career what had happened. Why was I not arguing with him as I had before? My subordinate asked me why I looked more relaxed and was easier to approach. Before meditating, I would not giv

This text discusses the author's personal transformation through meditation, highlighting a shift from a self-centered, aggressive leadership style to a more relaxed, approachable demeanor. Initially

Journey to Joy 122 became more calm and patient. We listened more and showed more interest in each other. My husband was happy to see that I became more jovial. He once told me that I looked younger b

In 'Journey to Joy', the author shares a transformative experience of how meditation enhances personal happiness and familial relationships. Through daily meditation, she discovers calmness and patien

Knowledge and Career Consequently, my income has increased like never before. I changed my home and business residence to a more beautiful and comfortable one. It's a calm and bright apartment in an e

My life has transformed dramatically through the acquisition of knowledge and the practice of meditation. With an increase in income, I relocated to a beautiful apartment near Lake Zurich, enjoying bo

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

Knowledge and Career time, I noticed that I didn't see any light, but I had the feeling of sitting in a sphere of light and perfect harmony. After a year, the pain in my knees ultimately caused me to

This narrative details a transformative experience with meditation, where the individual overcame knee pain and discomfort to practice for extended periods, achieving a state of harmony and clarity. G

Journey to Joy 150 things is not the correct way to resolve one's problems. If we have to face misfortune over and over again, we would have to go through the same distress because our minds lack the

This passage emphasizes the importance of developing mental strength to face life's adversities. It explains how repeated misfortunes can lead to distress if we do not strengthen our minds. Meditation

Hope and Willpower Ms. Pat Goski (U.S.A.) ""Sometimes while I meditate, I can feel a tremendous flow of loving-kindness within me. When spreading this loving- kindness and good wishes limitlessly to e

In this reflective piece, Ms. Pat Goski shares her experiences with meditation, highlighting how it enables her to harness a profound sense of loving-kindness. As she spreads this warmth limitlessly,

It is interesting to read the stories of people who practised meditation and discovered that it has helped them solve various difficulties in their lives. Not only have they found home and professiona

Meditation has been a transformative practice for many individuals, providing them with tools to navigate life's challenges. By integrating meditation into their daily routines, people have reported e

Journey to Joy 198 experience years ago. There were many spirits or beings present all around me and my form became clear as crystal. The crystal at the centre of my form became radiant white and glow

This text recounts a profound meditation experience where the author felt a connection with spiritual beings and transformed their life. They describe becoming one with a radiant crystal form and the

Wisdom We are a composite of our experiences. My life was shaped as the youngest child of Latin American immigrants from Colombia, South America. As I follow life's path, I have grown and developed an

This text reflects on the author's spiritual journey, shaped by their experiences as the youngest child of Colombian immigrants. After years of meditation practice, true understanding emerged at the D

Journey to Joy 204 The degree of patience for where we are in our spiritual journey is quite remarkable. I have learned that we can work miracles by realizing the miracle within ourselves. To transfor

The journey towards joy highlights the importance of patience in our spiritual growth. To create miracles, we must discover the miracle within ourselves. By transforming individually, we contribute po

Wisdom I meditated, at home and at work, to relax and relieve stress. I never thought of gaining or seeing anything. I just wanted to continue meditating until my mind was pure. At about the sixth wee

The narrative reflects on the author's meditation practices aimed at achieving mental purity. During a class activity involving blowing bubbles, the author connects the imagery to their meditation, re

Wisdom sphere provided warmth, safety and peace. If I kept my mind focused on each crystal ball, I could feel the happiness increasing in my body. It was as if an invisible “happiness cloak” had been

In this enlightening text, the author shares a personal meditation experience involving crystal balls that symbolize warmth and joy. As the author meditates, they describe feeling an 'invisible happin

Journey to Joy 232 Despite his reasonable explanation, deep inside I refused to acknowledge the existence of the Dhammakaya. I was actually so agitated that I stopped meditating for two months. Still,

In 'Journey to Joy,' the author reflects on his journey of meditation and the transformative experience of realizing the presence of the Dhammakaya body. After a period of doubt and ceasing to meditat