When we have the right view on cause and effect, we will not panic in the face of problems and be better able to undertake them. When we have the right view on dependence origination, we will know how to … Continue reading →
If we know how to use wise attention Adversity will no longer hinder our growth Good and bad Show the natural law Ups and downs Awaken the chaotic mind Liberation Do not find excuses for the causes of suffering Look … Continue reading →
“Teacher, I understand that many things have passed or will pass, but why can’t I let go?” “Because you’ve not seen through it. You must first let go of “I”.” “Let go of you?” “Silly disciple, let go of the … Continue reading →
It seems that many disciples who join the pilgrimage have started to have expectations. Some have tried to overcome the obstacles of leave applications as well as other obstacles. It is indeed not easy leading a life of a layperson. … Continue reading →
Although the meditation teacher is old, he still drags his heavy body and cast his brightness on us. What kind of compassion is this that makes the elderly go through all difficulties to continue to give us the shade of … Continue reading →
Those who learn the Dhamma need humility which is being courageous enough to recognize that they don’t know, to avoid falling into a blind spot of misunderstanding in the learning process. Before we see the true appearance of the Buddha, … Continue reading →
A beam of sunlight Shone on the bed Bringing warmth and driving darkness away I leaned against the wall Bathing in the freedom of being alone Though my meals repeat each day The taste of peace in my heart remains … Continue reading →
Clouds are held back by the wind Heroes are held back by beauties You who are wholeheartedly seeking the truth What is holding you back? Who has once been truly free Who can truly be carefree You who make everywhere … Continue reading →
Disaster happens every day. Whenever I read reports of any disaster in the past, I always perceived this as something which had happened umpteen times in this saṁsāra. Often I would just sigh it off for a while, and be … Continue reading →
Only when you have the true confidence to value your worth or work by real substance and be free from the enslavement to external praises or blames as yardsticks can you be truly free to seek your goals. Even then … Continue reading →