I used to fear ghosts…until a loved one passed away
What story do we tell ourselves when we hear the word ‘ghost’? Can we tell a new more familiar story about death and ghosts?
I used to fear ghosts…until a loved one passed away
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#WW: 👩👧Can you ever be happy again after your daughter died?
#WW: 👩👧Can you ever be happy again after your daughter died?
白发送黑发 (White-haired person sends off black-haired person) is a common taboo subject that we avoid in our culture. However, it happens. Elderly sometimes have to witness the death of their offspring. How do we deal with such situations? Today, in the spirit of ghost month, we explore the topic of death.
1. My daughter died of leukemia. Is it possible to ever be truly happy again?
2. Grief and loss. Here's how attending a concert shows you the difference.
Why We Should Talk About Reclaiming The Chinese Seventh Month
Why We Should Talk About Reclaiming The Chinese Seventh Month
Ghost month is often seen as a month full of superstition that may ring hollow for the younger generation. We reproduced this article because we enjoyed this anthropological take on Ghost month and what future opportunities it can offer.
Buddhist Reflection: Repeal of Section 377A
Buddhist Reflection: Repeal of Section 377A
We rejoice over the repeal of Section 377A of the Penal Code. This is significant progress made towards the vision of creating an inclusive Singapore.
Film Review: Lunana – Finding happiness in a dark valley
Film Review: Lunana – Finding happiness in a dark valley
A reluctant educator is sent to a ‘dark valley’, what will he learn? Will he find happiness there or does happiness await for him in a place like Australia?
#WW: Gratitude or annoyance?What’s the deal with joss paper this month?
#WW: Gratitude or annoyance?What’s the deal with joss paper this month?
Joss paper smell? Check. Welcome to Ghost month. Check out two stories for this month of remembrance, gratitude, and compassion!
1. Don't be afraid of ghosts, they are really nice. A monk shares his ghosts stories
2. If burning joss paper is not inherently a 'Buddhist' practice, what do Buddhist 'burn'?