Practical Buddhist Wisdom For a Happier Life
Why Is Mindfulness So Hard?
Mindfulness is an elusive aspect of Buddhist practice that many beginners find it hard to nail. Sister Sylvia acknowledges the challenges and offers three explanations on its impediments.
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Why Is Mindfulness So Hard?
Mindfulness is an elusive aspect of Buddhist practice that many beginners find it hard to nail. Sister Sylvia acknowledges the challenges and offers three explanations on its impediments.
Inside Out 2: A Dhamma Reflection on Emotions and Self
Inside Out 2: More than just a movie. Uncover the hidden Buddhist teachings and gain a new perspective on your mind and emotions.
The Porn Predicament: A Candid Look at Sexual Desire Through a Buddhist Lens
With porn so prevalent to all of us, what is the Buddhist take on porn. How can we sustain the practice in a digitally saturated world?
Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow? – Buddhist Reflections on Love
TLDR: Delve into the fragility of love and...
#WW: 😪Which of these 5 forces hold you back from happiness?
Facing a dark cloud in your mind? It could be one of the five hindrances disrupting you from becoming the person you wish to be. Or it could be disrupting you from inner peace. Today we explore two resources to help us overcome these forces that hold us back.
1. 5 Hindrances to Avoid Daily
2. 5 frenemies you might meet in meditation
What Can 1,250 Monks Teach Us About True Companionship?
TLDR: Friendship day through a Buddhist lens. Allen* reflects on his experience on the Buddhist version of friendship day known as Magha Puja where 1,250 monks gathered spontaneously 2,500 years ago.
What’s stopping us from applying Buddhism into our lives?
Ever wondered why incorporating Buddhism into your daily routine feels like an uphill task? Could it be our perpetual race against time or the constant urgency we feel in today's fast-paced world?
Strength in the Sangha: Growing Together as a Buddhist Community (ft. Bro. Chye Chye)
🤔 Ever wondered what it truly means to take refuge in the Sangha? 🌱 In this episode, Cheryl and Brother Chye Chye explore the importance of this practice for personal and communal spiritual growth by understanding:
☸️ The significance and qualities of the noble Sangha
🙏 How we can find balance in relating to the Sangha
🔍 Checks and balances within the Sangha ecosystem
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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.