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Celebrating departures: How to say goodbye
We have all said goodbyes at some point in our lives. Does it always have to be a sad occasion? How can we better deal with goodbyes?
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Celebrating departures: How to say goodbye
We have all said goodbyes at some point in our lives. Does it always have to be a sad occasion? How can we better deal with goodbyes?
#WW: 🤬 ‘I am going to kill you!’ Using Dhamma to deal with her son’s murder.
When you lose your loved one to murder, how can you apply the Dhamma? Such tragic events are often opportunities for us to deeply reflect and learn. In addition, what perspectives should we take towards 'cheering up' somebody? Here are two stories for your reflection
1. ‘I am going to kill you!’ A mother uses the Dhamma to overcome her son’s murder.
2. Don’t tell me to look on the bright side.
How to Provide Emotional Support the Buddhist Way
Having the heart and ability to emotionally support another is more important than doing it "right." Buddhism empowers us with wisdom to help the other.
WW: 😪 “I love the idea of meditation but I don’t meditate.” Here’s what can change that.
Struggling to make it consistent? These are two ways to get over laziness to meditate and a challenge to make the habit stick.
5 Essential CNY greetings to get you through this new year
Stuck at CNY gatherings without greetings to utter? This essential guide will help you out and give Dhamma reflections too! May you have a blissful CNY!
10 must-try, affordable vegetarian/vegan restaurants for Veganuary Singapore
Welcome to the month of Veganuary. In 2021, half a million people pledged to try going vegan for a month. We are helping you make that pledge easier by giving you a list including two Buddhist cafes!
Knowing death is part of life, why do I still get overwhelmed by grief as a Buddhist?
As Buddhists, how do we deal with grief when a loved one passes on? Here are some ways we can face grief with courage
Ep 21: How to deal with loneliness (Ft Teo Heng Soon)
We've all felt lonely at some point(s) if our lives. But why do we feel lonely? What's the opposite of loneliness? And is there a way to be alone but not feel lonely?
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Handful of Leaves | Buddhist Blog on Practical Buddhist Wisdom for a Fuller 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.