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Leaving Luang Por that day, we have no idea when we will ever return. And, so, we say "Good Bye" and thank him for all of his kindness. He says: "Please continue to meditate and I think you will be v

In this touching reflection, the author recounts a farewell to Luang Por, expressing gratitude for his kindness and wisdom. Luang Por encourages continued meditation practice and shares hopes for the

Meetings with a Plummeta Doctor that schedule almost every day. Now this routine usually starts with us simply getting up in the morning. Whatever time that may be, we all get up and start our day.

The text discusses the importance of establishing good habits through daily routines in different spaces of the home. It emphasizes the significance of starting the day well, such as making your bed,

the third is thought or conceptualization, and the fourth is wisdom, or merging this new awareness into our pool of accumulated knowledge we already have stored. “War and conflict, of course, are wro

This text explores the essential characteristics of the mind and how they influence our perceptions, thoughts, and overall mental state. The mind, unlike the physical body, is a subtle entity that can

Suzanne Jeffrey Someone then asks, "Who created the Universe?" "The Universe was created by three elements coming together: Goodness, unholeness, and impartiality existing in harmony. A continuum of

This text discusses the creation of the universe as a blend of Goodness, unholeness, and impartiality. It highlights the emergence of 'evil' which led to the creation of beings and the subsequent batt

Suzanne Jeffrey “Samma Sati, or Right Mindfulness, refers to correctly maintaining and stilling our mind inside of our self. Not wandering around, in other words. We must always be training ourselves

The text outlines the significance of Samma Sati (Right Mindfulness) and Samma Samadhi (Right Concentration) in meditation. Right Mindfulness emphasizes maintaining a focused mind through diligent pra

Suzanne Jeffrey with a common goal of ethical behavior. They are happy! And they meditate to become better people. They are all trying to be good people. 'Bad' people, of course, will try to fix ever

This passage reflects on the notion that true self-improvement starts with personal responsibility. It emphasizes that good people focus on helping themselves before attempting to assist others. The d

“Our brain (the five senses actually) takes in information in this way: Perception, Memorization, Thinking, Knowing or Cognition. Perception, of course, starts the process by an action happening to us

This text discusses the intricate processes of how our brain perceives, memorizes, thinks, and ultimately knows. It highlights the significance of each stage, emphasizing the depth required in thinkin

Suzanne Jeffrey medicine? There are five aspects to this. The first, as I just said, is quantity. How much do we have? If we have too much, then we are spoiled and careless with our things, and we be

เนื้อหานี้กล่าวถึงห้าแง่มุมสำคัญในการพัฒนาตนเอง ได้แก่ จำนวน (หากมีมากเกินไปอาจทำให้เราหยาบกระด้าง, หากมีน้อยเกินไปอาจทำให้เราโลภ) คุณภาพ (พิจารณาคุณภาพของสิ่งที่เรามี เช่น อาหาร การศึกษา) เทคนิค (วิธ

Nic Mush-wi. A Dhamma Master must have the right view in order to start, and to understand, how to bring about world peace. We know, of course, that we are all made of body, mind, and Dhamma, and wit

This text emphasizes the significance of the right view in attaining world peace, stating that Dhamma must be understood and implemented in one’s life. The essence of meditation tied to the eightfold

Meeting #13 04 March 2010 – International Buddhist Association Building Luang Por has agreed to meet with the members of the Peace Revolution Conference for a Dhamma talk and a question/answer sessio

In a gathering at the International Buddhist Association, Luang Por leads a Dhamma talk addressing meditation experiences and the relationship between body, mind, and Dhamma. Observing attendees, he e

And what is our biggest crisis? Birth. When the umbilical cord is cut, we become independent, and we have to find the four elements for ourselves. When we first start out in life, we are not only the

The text discusses the inherent challenges and crises faced at birth, emphasizing the transition to independence and the need to find essential elements for survival. It highlights the debt of gratitu

Suzanne Jeffrey “The Dhamma is sphere shaped. If we put our mind in the center of the Dhamma, then we will be bright all of the time and get rid of our defilements. Center of the center, middle of th

In this insightful discussion, Luang Por elaborates on the nature of Dhamma, emphasizing that if we center our minds in Dhamma, we can attain clarity and diminish our defilements. He explains that whi

The text from the image is: "Meetings with a Dharma Master need to make our resolution of having good parents in our next life. “Of course, we must first take the stick out of our own eye before we

The text emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's own actions rather than blaming others. Through meditation, individuals can gain insights into cause and effect, promoting persona

Meeting #17 18 March 2010 – Panawat Approximately two hundred teachers have gathered at Panawat from around Thailand, for several days of talks with Luang Por about being role models for their studen

Around two hundred teachers from Thailand gathered at Panawat for spiritual talks with Luang Por, focusing on being role models for students. The retreat center offers a beautiful environment with spa

Suzanne Jeffrey they drank because of cultural values; but in order for them to stop their drinking and smoking, we needed to provide an opportunity for them to follow the five precepts – or more! “

The text discusses the journey of overcoming bad habits such as drinking and smoking by following the five precepts, which include associating with good people, listening to the Dhamma, and seeking tr

Meticulous with a Dharma Messenger If we are not mindful, then defilements become even more apparent to us. We must bring together concentration, effort, and meditation. They must all come together.

This text delves into the importance of mindfulness to combat defilements and achieve purity through meditation. It emphasizes the synergy of concentration, effort, and mindfulness. The Buddha's journ

Suzanne Jeffrey tions, although in the beginning of our life, when we are developing our habits, our six directions give us total input - in other words, we are in-taking all the information that wil

This text discusses the importance of self-development through six directions, emphasizing the role of ethical living and the teachings of Buddha in understanding one's mind and actions. It highlights

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

Meeting #18 9AM - 19 March 2010 Today, Luang Por is somber. His whole demeanor has changed from one of the joviality he displayed yesterday to one of crucial significance. I am not sure why, but I th

In this significant meeting, Luang Por emphasizes the vital role of teachers in shaping the future of Buddhism and education in Thailand. He discusses the three meanings of Dhamma, highlighting the ne

Suzanne Jeffrey "The students you are teaching now will be the politicians when you retire. If you do not teach them properly, then who is to blame? We are!! We are to blame because we are probably n

The content emphasizes the responsibility of educators to guide students, as they will shape the future. It discusses various perceptions of the Unknown Factor, including Nibbana, God, and Supreme Kno