When the Five Precepts start feeling like pressure instead of peace, here’s how to return to joy — through self-compassion, mindfulness, and small daily wins.
Benny interviews the founder of Norbu AI on its origins and creative process, as well as discussing the reliability and utility of the Buddhist chatbot.
Amanda Quek, a Dhamma practitioner with terminal cancer, shares how reflecting on death kickstarts deeper practice. Her clarity remains a guide even five years on.
Self-judgment often blocks spiritual progress. This reflection on the Buddha’s guidance shows how to embrace your humanity, rejoice in virtue, and nurture joy on the path.
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Impulse spending feels like a quick fix, but the joy rarely lasts beyond unboxing. Through Buddhist reflection, I’ve learnt to pause, question my urges, and sometimes walk away, discovering that true freedom isn’t about never buying, but about choosing with awareness.
