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Awakening Together: Why WACANA 2025 Could Transform Your Buddhist Community
Join WACANA 2025 in Kuala Lumpur for practical Buddhist solutions, Ajahn JayasΔroβs teaching, forums for all ages, and field engagement sessions. Register now.
My Journey in Controlling Impulse Spending: A Buddhist Reflection
Impulse spending feels like a quick fix, but the joy rarely lasts beyond unboxing. Through Buddhist reflection, Iβve learnt to pause, question my urges, and sometimes walk away, discovering that true freedom isnβt about never buying, but about choosing with awareness.
A Buddhist Guide to Overcoming Anxiety
This reflection explores anxiety through a Buddhist lens, offering clear, usable practices for managing mental spirals.
The Day I Stopped Being Ashamed of Being Buddhist in a Mission School
Misconceptions about Buddhism left me embarrassed, especially when questioned by others. Eventually, this discomfort inspired me to study deeper and proudly embrace my beliefs.
Dharma in the City: Social worker-cum-Activist Yap Ching Wi
This is the journey of a Singaporean who wore many hatsβactivist, social worker, feministβand yet found her deepest grounding in Buddhist practice. Her reflections show how Dharma can guide even the hardest work.
How to make job decisions, in line with the Dhamma
Here's how Pei Jing, with the help of her Cat Greg, made the tough choice between two equally appealing job options.
βLetβs break upβ: Finding Peace After Being Dumped
Heal emotionally with Buddhist practices post-breakup. Learn to embrace impermanence and find clarity through personal reflection.
Where to Use Your CDC & SG60 Vouchers: Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurants in Singapore
Find out which vegan and vegetarian eateries accept CDC and SG60 vouchers in Singapore β from hawker favourites to trendy cafΓ©s.
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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.