Conversions and attempts at conversion are something we may keep quiet about. This week we explore this prickly topic and how we can manage proselytising when it happens. On the flip side, do Buddhist try to convert others?1. "Hi, would you like to convert to my religion?": Agreeing to disagree2. Do Buddhists convert people? : Don't Ask Strangers If They've Found Buddha
How often do we rush into making decisions and end up making more mistakes? Using the four noble truths and understanding the mental hindrances might be a useful framework for your next decision at work
This month, we focused on mental health as part of suicide prevention and awareness. This week we cover more on what's happening at home. Here's two stories to support our journey in becoming a better support!
1. Top 7 signs of toxic parents
2. Responding to negative memories? Here is one monk's advice
We spend more than a quarter of our adult lives at the workplace. Knowing how to choose your workplace can either build or destroy your character. Choosing the right people, and culture, and asking the right questions is crucial!
I intended to have a mindful, focused, wholesome trip alone to London. It wasn’t. I remind myself to remain compassionate towards myself. From hyde park to a seedy-looking pizza shop, what can we learn about our minds and self-critic?
How can we bring impact in this world? Is being a good spiritual guide the most important thing? Here are two stories to ponder over as we try our best to be a force of good in this world
1. How to make an impact? Light your own candle
2. It is not important to be a good fighter or a good spiritual guide. Here's what is most important.