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Ep 63: A Bhutanese Nun’s Solo Journey Across 12 Mountain Passes ft. Lopen Ani Pema Deki (Ven Emma Slade)
Buddhist nun Emma Slade (Ani Pema Deki) shares how her past trauma became a source of deep compassion, inspiring her to help children with special needs in Bhutan. As she prepares for a 37-day solo trek across Bhutan to raise funds, she reflects on resilience, the power of mindset, and what it truly means to live with skillful compassion.
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Ep 63: A Bhutanese Nun’s Solo Journey Across 12 Mountain Passes ft. Lopen Ani Pema Deki (Ven Emma Slade)
Buddhist nun Emma Slade (Ani Pema Deki) shares how her past trauma became a source of deep compassion, inspiring her to help children with special needs in Bhutan. As she prepares for a 37-day solo trek across Bhutan to raise funds, she reflects on resilience, the power of mindset, and what it truly means to live with skillful compassion.
Why a 31-Years-Old Singaporean Techie Chose the Monk Life ft. Phra Ryan
In this reflective episode, Phra Ryan shares his journey from a comfortable tech career in Singapore to embracing the simplicity and discipline of monastic life in Thailand. He speaks openly about seeking peace beyond material success, learning to let go of attachments, and finding fulfillment through mindfulness and faith.
21 places to visit in Singapore and Malaysia this Kathina: an ancient ceremony for the modern times
Once a humble offering of cloth, the Kathina ceremony has grown into a deeply symbolic occasion that marks the end of the monastic rains retreat. Both ancient and evolving, it remains a treasured opportunity for lay Buddhists to support the SaαΉ gha and cultivate merit.
This Buddhist NGO Doesnβt Leave When the Headlines Fade: Firefly Mission’s Story
Discover how Firefly Mission transforms lives through long-term humanitarian work, from building schools to empowering future generations.
When Things Fall Apart by Pema ChΓΆdrΓΆn: A Personal Reflection
Ai En's review of Pema ChΓΆdrΓΆnβs 'When Things Fall Apart', which teaches lessons on how to deal with uncertainty, anxiety, and pain.
The Silent Shutdown: How to Recognise When You’re Suppressing Your Emotions
A quick article on how to spot emotional suppression and shutdown, why we shouldn't do it, and how to deal with it when we do.
Finding Refuge After Loss and Nihilism
Support from professionals, friends, and community kept me afloat, but the Buddhaβs teachings helped me rebuild. This is a story of healing through impermanence and compassion.
Ep 62: A Narrow Heart Is a Fragile Heart ft. Lopen Ani Pema Deki (Ven Emma Slade)
Emma Slade (Ani Pema Deki) shares her remarkable journey from high-pressure investment banking to life as a Buddhist nun in Bhutan. She reflects on the difference between fleeting worldly happiness and lasting liberation, how small acts of kindness can reshape busy lives, and why expanding our hearts beyond self-interest leads to true resilience and joy.
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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.