Out of the Ordinary: A Transgender Monk’s Journey
Beyond black and white views applied to gender, Bhante Dhammika explores the story of a transgender monk, the suttas on being trangenderi, and a possible explanation of why it happens.
Beyond black and white views applied to gender, Bhante Dhammika explores the story of a transgender monk, the suttas on being trangenderi, and a possible explanation of why it happens.
Rethink self-care with insights from Buddhism. Discover a more meaningful approach to mental and physical health
Grief is a challenging process, especially after the death of a loved one. But we can draw inspiration from the teachings of the Buddha, especially about the Four Immeasurablesβthe cultivation of loving-kindness, compassion, appreciative joy, and equanimityβto work through difficult emotions, counter cognitive distortions, and develop a deeper relationship with our grief over the long term.
Being overly competitive can arise in emotional stresses and other ugly emotions like jealousy and insecurity. Where is it stemming from, and how do we be mindful of it?
Cemetery meditation in Singapore! Learn how mindfulness of death can transform fear into understanding, unlocking new depths of insight and wisdom.
How can the suttas and teachings aid us in our meditation journey? Paul shares his initial struggles and how the Buddhaβs discourse to Mahanama immensely helped him with his mindfulness and mental state.