Practical Buddhist Wisdom For a Happier Life
A Cup Half Held: What My Almost-Lover Taught Me About Letting Go
Situationships can wound more deeply than breakups, leaving a quiet grief with no clear beginning or ending to mourn.
Through the Dhamma lens, the author reflects on how craving and clinging prolong suffering, and how clarity and letting go gently restore the heart.
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A Cup Half Held: What My Almost-Lover Taught Me About Letting Go
Situationships can wound more deeply than breakups, leaving a quiet grief with no clear beginning or ending to mourn.
Through the Dhamma lens, the author reflects on how craving and clinging prolong suffering, and how clarity and letting go gently restore the heart.
Between Shops and Stupas: How I stopped Judging
A wandering, distracted mind during kora can soften into open awareness when we walk without clinging to either the shops or the Stupa. By resting lightly in the present and swapping judgement for kindness, every step becomes part of the practice.
My Sister Tried to Convert My Dying Mother. This Is How I Stayed Steady
A lifelong Buddhist mother’s final days were unsettled by interfaith tension, stirring fear and confusion within the family. Through calm presence, monastic guidance, and compassion, this story reflects how true faith rests in a lifetime of practice and a peaceful heart.
Don’t Preach, Plant Seeds: Lessons from the Suttas On How To Share The Dhamma
A heartfelt reflection on sharing the Dhamma with humility, compassion, and skill. Discover practical Buddhist principles, real-life lessons, and communication frameworks that help practitioners share wisely without pride or pressure.
Not Just Temple Visits: 10 Meaningful Ways to Experience Vesak in Singapore (2026 Guide)
From candlelight processions to Dhamma talks and volunteering opportunities, Vesak in Singapore offers many meaningful ways to celebrate beyond the usual temple visit.
Whether through reflection, generosity, chanting, or community, this guide explores how to experience Vesak with greater depth, joy, and connection.
Who Am I Without My Job Title?
Your job title may open doors, but it is not who you are. Drawing from Venerable Thubten Chodron’s talk, this reflection explores how motivation, not status or praise, quietly shapes a meaningful life.
Fear, Ego, Letting Go: Lessons From a Reluctant Runner
Running begins with breathlessness and discomfort, but a beginner’s mindset transforms struggle into something steady and workable. Through patience, intention, and community, running becomes a practice in letting go, presence, and gentle growth, both on the road and in life.
Ep 69: Why You Feel Unworthy? A Harvard Monk Explains Ft. Haemin Sunim, Zen Monk & Bestselling Author
Why do we feel like we’re never enough even when everything seems “fine” on the outside? In this heartfelt conversation, Haemin Sunim unpacks the hidden roots of unworthiness, revealing how our deepest insecurities are often shaped by childhood survival instincts and our need to belong. Through gentle wisdom and practical insights, he shows us how to reconnect with our inner child, shift our attention away from negativity, and rediscover a sense of peace and intrinsic worth that has always been within us.
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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.