Why can we love dogs, cats, chickens, and ducks, but struggle to love other people? Why do we create distinctions between one person and another, labeling one as right and the other as wrong, and in doing so, create suffering for ourselves? In life, if we cultivate...
3 type of insecurities When we feel insecure, we often think we are inferior to others. The Buddha taught that there are three types of insecurities: One is the feeling of being superior to others, two is the feeling of being equal to others, and three is the feeling...
When feeling tired, we should take a break and rest for a while. The person who walks fast will arrive sooner, but if we walk slowly, we can still reach our destination. What matters is that we recognize what we need to do and, depending on our strength, try to...
When people ask what meditation is about, we can answer that meditation is about practicing two aspects: one is "samatha" (calm, tranquility), and the other is "vipassana" (insight, clear seeing). Guidance on Meditation Practice According to...
The ancients taught that all important tasks we undertake encounter obstacles at the beginning. It is these very obstacles that help us reach success, for we learn from them and develop the determination needed for our work. The Power of Perseverance and Determination...
Typically, when it comes to Buddhist practice, many people think it is something very lofty, only achievable by masters or enlightened beings. However, according to the Buddha, Buddhist practice is not just about going to temples or meeting with monks and nuns. The...
Among all living creatures, only humans possess the true capacity for gratitude. Some might argue, claiming that animals like dogs show affection and loyalty to their owners, but this behavior is rooted in instinct, not in the conscious act of gratitude. A dog’s...
In life, it’s easy to let misunderstandings or conflicts cloud our relationships, especially with those closest to us. Take, for example, the relationship with our mothers. Even though they may say things that upset us, we must remember that their love for us is...
In Buddhism, one of the most essential teachings is the ability to let go. This begins with understanding that everything in life is born from conditions and will eventually fade away when those conditions cease. Nothing is permanent, and this realization helps us...