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How I Learned to Have Compassion for Homophobes
A queer Buddhist talks about how to cultivate better attitudes and mindsets to deal with the homophobia one can face in our society.
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How I Learned to Have Compassion for Homophobes
A queer Buddhist talks about how to cultivate better attitudes and mindsets to deal with the homophobia one can face in our society.
Ep 59: Buddhism Saved My Life ft. Harry Ho
Struggling with grief, diabetes, and depression, Harryβs life took a turn when he discovered the practical wisdom of the Dhamma. In this episode, he reveals how mindfulness and meditation helped him manage suffering, let go of self-criticism, and build a more content and meaningful lifeβone breath at a time.
Eating is a Disability Now. Whatβs Left to Nourish?
Kyle discusses how he coped with a drastic change in lifestyle after losing the ability to eat, learning lessons on loss and presence in the process.
Maintaining Physical Health and Non-Attachment to the Body: A Paradox?
Thinking of becoming a gym bro or gym gurlie. How can we navigate the seemingly paradoxical intersection of physical health and the Buddhist philosophy of embracing non-attachment to our bodies?
A Gentle Dhamma Guide to Navigating Work Dread While Leaving Your Job
TLDR: Leaving a job that has turned dreadful...
Metta for Mother Earth: 5 Simple Ways to Care for Our Planet
Earth Day is more than a campaign β itβs a reminder to live with wisdom and compassion for all beings, including our planet. This article shares five everyday ways to practise metta towards nature.
Ep 58: What Vesak Means to Us ft. Jiayi and Soon
In this heartfelt Vesak special, three young Buddhists share how their understanding of the Buddha and Dhamma transformed over timeβfrom childhood traditions to meaningful personal practice. Discover how faith, reflection, and daily renunciation shape a more intentional, joyful life.
This is Goodbye
HOL's co-founder Kai Xin announces her departure from Handful of Leaves to focus on deepening her Dhamma practice. In this reflective episode, she and co-founder Heng Xuan discuss the journey, the transition, and what lies ahead for HOL.
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Handful of Leaves | Buddhist Blog on Practical Buddhist Wisdom for a Happier Life
Welcome to Handful of Leaves, a Buddhist blog for youths seeking practical wisdom for a fulfilling life. Our mission is to share the teachings, reflections & practice of Dhamma in a relatable and accessible way for young people in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia. By learning about mindfulness, compassion, impermanance and inner peace through our articles and resources, you can gain the tools to navigate through the complexities of modern life with grace and clarity. Join us on a journey to discover how this ancient wisdom can help us live life to the fullest with more meaning & purpose.