It’s impossible to overestimate the joy that a simple act of kindness can bring to someone else’s life. Just a smile from you can help someone else regain the composure they need to face the day ahead with new motivation and optimism. As a result, you can experience “the helper’s high,” a bounce-back effect … Read more
It has been said, “I have seen everything that is done under the sun, and behold, all is vanity and a striving after wind.” This quote reminds me that no matter what we do in this world — be it for work, for pleasure, or for some other reason — it’s secondary to the … Read more
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What is a Buddhist monk’s advice on choosing good friends? The answer to this question comes from Mahamevnawa, a monastery led by monks ordained and trained in the oldest tradition of Theravada Buddhism. Through their guidance, you can learn the Buddha’s teachings on mindfulness, meditation, virtue, and wisdom, which are presented in modern language and easy to understand. Founded … Read more