In the Arizona desert, Buddhists will embark on a three-year silent retreat
Weekend Meditation for Japanese // June 17-19, 2016 - Japanese Meditation Village, Japan
Wat Phra Dhammakaya Gunma, Japan, arranged a meditation retreat for locals during June 17 – 19, 2016 (3 days and 2 nights) with 8 meditation sessions.
What is an appropriate Area and Location
An appropriate area and location means a good environment that is not poisonous (non-toxic) to either physical and/or mental health
Living In A Suitable Location
Likewise with regards to human beings for instance: a capable intelligent man who lives in an improper surrounding and without support from others, could accomplish nothing, no matter how intelligent he is.
One Day Meditation Retreat // July 30, 2016 - Meditation Center of Chicago
Meditation Center of Chicago arranged a special meditation for locals in the One Day Meditation Retreat Project on Saturday July 30, 2016. There were over 50 participants and Ven Dr. Nicholas Thanissaro was the teaching monk.
Skilled Speech
Speaking skillfully refers to giving full consideration prior to our speaking. In is important to say anything that makes others feel good and creates positive reactions.
The 38 Ways to Happiness :- Expressing Respect to Those Worthy of Respect (3)
The 38 Ways to Happiness. The First Group of Blessings. Blessing Three :- Expressing Respect to Those Worthy of Respect
More Than Sorrow
If her son was still alive; she would be the rain when his mind was hot, she would be the fire to give warmth when he was cold, she would be the melody to comfort when he was lonely, and she would be the star-light when he looked up. However, she have lost my son which was diagnosed with Leukemia. Her life used to be smooth and now it’s like rock and roll. However, she still have to continue her steps. How? We will see...
Core Value # 4: That good & bad actions have karmic results
This fourth sort of core value implies that a person takes responsibility for the effects towards themselves and others of their own actions, It implies thaat a person assumes that the law of cause and effect is in force in their lives.
I Cried Like an Owl
One lady grew up in the family that had lots of conflict. Her grandfather always got drunk and pushed her grandmother who was 8-9 month pregnant down the stair. Her parents always argued with each others and her mom was often abused. She tried to commit suicide when she was 11. Fortunately, her life started changing once she knew the Dhammakaya Temple.