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?
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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
Dhamma vs. Adhamma (ft. Uncle Vijaya)
In the vast ocean of teachings, how do we discern the true Dhamma from the false? 🌊 In a recent conversation with Uncle Vijaya, we explore essential ways to anchor ourselves in the Buddha's timeless wisdom by 📜 Staying Faithful to the Buddha’s Words and 🙏 Seeking Guidance from Wise Teachers.
Building a Buddhist Chatbot (NORBU-AI)
🧘♂️ NORBU: The 💎 AI Chatbot for Mindful Conversations🗣️ Open up to a safe space for self-reflection✨ Gain Buddhist wisdom through open dialogue📖 Learn from diverse traditions, verified sources🌺 Cultivate awareness & grow on your spiritual journey. Unlock the freedom of mindfulness with NORBU! 💭➡️🙏
Buddhism vs. Spirituality: When to Call Yourself A Buddhist? ft. Ray Choo (Director and Producer of Waking Up 2050)
In our newest episode, we delve into the intricate journey of spiritual identity with our special guest, Ray Choo, director and producer of Waking Up 2050 🎬. From his personal experiences to the broader concepts of Buddhism, Ray sheds light on embracing the Buddhist identity as a commitment to the path of wisdom and compassion, and unravel the evolving perceptions of religion and spirituality in today's world.
Making Tough Decisions at Work and in Life ft Gonzalo Ruiz Calavera (GOOGLE Recruiting Director)
Google was known to be the "goldenboy" in the tech industry, and many NEVER saw the layoffs coming. How was it like for Gonzalo as one of the key decision makers for the layoffs in APAC, and to lead the team that was most impacted by the layoffs?
Ep 38: Three Decades of Inspirational Buddhist Music ft. Imee Ooi (Singer, Composer, Producer)
Join us for a chat with Imee Ooi, the talent behind many well-known and internationally acclaimed Buddhist songs like “The Chant of Metta”. Journey into her life and mission as a full-time Buddhist musician and a devoted Dhamma practitioner.
Ep 37: 84 Years A Buddhist – Profound Lessons on Life, Death and Kamma
What do taxes, death and kamma have in common? 🤔 You can't escape them!! Join us in this inspiring episode with Uncle Vijaya who shares candidly about his learnings as a practitioner for 84 years and how the Buddha's teachings guide him through the journey of life, and death.
Ep 36: From Ideas to Impact: Founding Journey of Handful of Leaves
Explore Buddhism in Singapore with HOL's co-founders. Unlock practical Dhamma wisdom and discover a more fulfilling life journey with Handful Of Leaves.
Ep 35: Altered States: A Drug Addict’s Journey to Dhamma
Ever wondered how one can emerge from the darkest abyss of addiction to discover sustainable joy and transform anger into compassion? 🤔 Dive deep into the riveting narrative of personal transformation in this podcast episode, as we explore the gripping story of conquering addiction with the power of mindfulness and wisdom.
Ep 34: Leading with Mental Vulnerabilities
In Episode 34, 🎙 Sis Ching Wi shares her journey of leading with mental illness. She highlights the importance of boundaries, compassion, and nurturing potential in leadership roles. Tune in for insights on authentic connection, equanimity, and self-compassion, and her heartfelt encouragement for those silently battling their mental health. 🌟💪 #Leadership #MentalHealth 🧠
Ep 33: Ghost Month: Buddhism, Real Ghost Encounters and Hell
Have you ever wondered why do people offer food in ghost month? Can ghosts eat them?
Join our lovely podcast co-hosts Kai Xin and Cheryl on an engaging chat exploring Buddhism's take on the origins of ghost month, ghostly encounters and hell.
To make this episode even more terrifying or interesting (depending on whether you are a scaredy cat like Cheryl or a brave soul like Kai Xin), we are also going to read real life ghost stories submitted from our audiences.
Stay tuned and learn more about ghosts!
Ep 32: Greendot CEO, Fu Yong Hong on Growth, Purpose and Balance
We speak to Greendot Singapore's CEO, Yong Hong on his entrepreneurial journey, discover Green Dot's rise from a veggie stall to a beloved meat-free empire. and cover many learnings about his experiences, including
Personal growth: Yong Hong's vegetarian transformation.
⏳ Patience for success: Valuable long-term insights.
👪 Parenthood's impact: Shifting life perspectives.
⚖️ Balanced living: The four pillars of purposeful life.
🧠 Mental wellness: Practical healthy mindset tips.
🌟 Finding purpose: Tailored advice for young adults.
Tune in for growth and inspiration 🎧🌱🚀
Ep 31: Cheating on others and being cheated on
We speak to Jason, who has both cheated on and been cheated on, to understand the motivations of cheaters and how we can move forward from infidelity.
Ep 30: The Overachiever Mindset ft. Venerable Damcho
Are you someone who constantly seeks to go above and beyond, setting high standards for yourself?
Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of overachievers with Venerable Damcho and explore the intricate dynamics that drive their relentless pursuit of success.
Ep 29: What does it mean to be vulnerable? ft Anthea Ong, former Nominated Member of Parliament (NMP) Singapore
"Are you carrying an unseen weight in your heart, feeling like a burden to your friends? Join Anthea Ong on her empowering journey as she unveils the transformative power of vulnerability, shedding fear, shame and nurturing genuine connections. Release the weight, foster deeper relationships with wisdom, and embrace a life of authenticity today!"
Episode 28: The Mindful CEO (ft Ng Yi-Xian, Group CEO, EtonHouse International Holdings)
We speak to the CEO of EtonHouse, Ng Yi-Xian and discuss how mindfulness changed his life, what mindful leadership means to him, and how he manages to find the time for practice despite such a hectic schedule with 3 kids.
Bonus Episode: Fire-round questions about Sex (ft Venerable Damcho)
In this fireround episode, Ven Damcho will answer 5 top-rated questions you asked on Telegram about masturbation, lust, kinks and more! Join our Telegram Handful of Leaves to be part of the conversation!
Ep 27: Sex and The Buddhist (Ft Venerable Damcho and Wilson Ng)
Our sexuality, sexual relations and desires can play a big part of our lives as we navigate sometimes messy and chaotic adulthood. In this episode, you will be hearing new voices on the show! Wilson and Cheryl will be partnering up as co-hosts, and we dive into this topic with Venerable Damcho, a nun based in Sravasti Abbey.
