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- Sun Nov 10, 2013 2:41 am
- Forum: Theravāda for Beginners
- Topic: Disrespect
- Replies: 27
- Views: 12791
Re: Disrespect
There is is this popular place in Paris called the Buddha Bar, where basically people drink alcohol and eat in front of a big Buddha statue. I can't help but find this disrespectful, especially towards Buddhist values. The Buddha statue is just there for exotism... A picture of the place: http://www...
- Tue Oct 22, 2013 12:51 am
- Forum: Wellness, Diet & Fitness
- Topic: hip pain (bursitis)?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1451
Re: hip pain (bursitis)?
I had a bursitis in a leg once and could not even walk because of the pain. I recovered quickly with medication.
If it is still hurting, I advise you see a doctor. Waiting might make it get worse.
If it is still hurting, I advise you see a doctor. Waiting might make it get worse.
- Tue Oct 08, 2013 12:22 am
- Forum: Theravāda for Beginners
- Topic: Should I take the Refuge?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3676
Re: Should I take the Refuge?
The third precept is not about sex before mariage. It means no raping, no taking advantage of someone to have sex, not having sex with someone who would not be able to say no (mentally handicapped people for example). It also means no cheating.
- Fri Sep 27, 2013 4:35 am
- Forum: Lounge
- Topic: Job Stress, Oy
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2559
Re: Job Stress, Oy
Meditation alone is not enough I suppose. The objective of meditation is to slow down and stop. If your physical condition allows you, you might want to do a bit of sport. I found out that running twice or three times a week helped me a great deal with managing my stress. From that point you have t...
- Fri Sep 27, 2013 4:27 am
- Forum: Lounge
- Topic: Religious criticism
- Replies: 19
- Views: 6501
Re: Religious criticism
Why is it considered taboo to openly criticise another persons religion in most societies but yet perfectly ok to criticise a persons political convictions? It really depends on the culture you live in. In France for example, three main topics are supposed to be avoided when having lunch with other...
- Tue Sep 24, 2013 11:39 am
- Forum: Lounge
- Topic: Word Association Game
- Replies: 11977
- Views: 1548425
Re: Word Association Game
Legacy
- Tue Sep 24, 2013 9:13 am
- Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
- Topic: Post-Meditation Bliss
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2073
Re: Post-Meditation Bliss
Hi Roux, Just like you I'm new to Buddhism and meditation, but what you are telling has happened to me many times too. It is not always just after the meditation but sometimes a couple of hours later that I can feel the effects of that "bliss" as you say: being with an attentive, calm mind...
- Fri Sep 20, 2013 1:38 am
- Forum: Theravāda for Beginners
- Topic: Need help with my studies
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2164
Re: Need help with my studies
Hello, Still Searching, You might wanna have a look à this topic about introductory books to Theravada: http://www.dhammawheel.com/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=148 There are also many Theravadan Dhamma Talks on Youtube. For example, the Buddhist Society of Western Australia has a lot of them (many of th...
- Tue Sep 17, 2013 3:38 am
- Forum: Introductions
- Topic: Another new guy
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2380
Re: Another new guy
Welcome !
- Tue Sep 17, 2013 2:14 am
- Forum: General Theravāda discussion
- Topic: Buddhism and smoking, what's your thoughts?
- Replies: 223
- Views: 38963
Re: I'm giving up tobacco, permanently
Manas,
I wish you good luck even though it seems you are doing very well !
I wish you good luck even though it seems you are doing very well !
- Tue Sep 17, 2013 12:08 am
- Forum: Lounge
- Topic: Jeweler kills a robber, becomes a hero on social networks
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1660
Re: Jeweler kills a robber, becomes a hero on social network
Yesterday there was a demonstration of about 800 people in Nice, defending the jeweler, saying that it was self-defense. As you say, David, I cannot see why it is not just considered as plain murder ! And now, to add even more ignorance and stupidity to this story, some people are changing their min...
- Mon Sep 16, 2013 2:11 pm
- Forum: Theravāda for Beginners
- Topic: Overcoming anger
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3111
Re: Overcoming anger
Thanks a lot, I am going to study this carefully. :anjali: It is a bit off-topic but I would like to say I love this forum. I learnt a lot since I registered here and the good atmosphere makes I am not afraid to ask questions. So thanks everyone on this forum, and special thanks to the admins and mo...
- Mon Sep 16, 2013 10:59 am
- Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
- Topic: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge
- Replies: 433
- Views: 154998
Re: Month 2
I resolve to sit for at least 25 months every morning and evening. Wow, that's a lot ! :mrgreen: I skipped many sittings too but I'm back on regular practice. I'm trying to sit for 25 minutes too, like you, weakfocus. I'm also looking forward next saturday, when I will attend a Dhamma talk and Vipa...
- Mon Sep 16, 2013 10:09 am
- Forum: Lounge
- Topic: Jeweler kills a robber, becomes a hero on social networks
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1660
Jeweler kills a robber, becomes a hero on social networks
I'm living in Japan now but I'm from France. Apparently there has been a lot of talking about a jeweler who killed one of the guys who just robbed him. What is striking about this story is that lots of people are actually supporting the idea that he was right to do so. I have some friends and even s...
- Mon Sep 16, 2013 9:46 am
- Forum: Theravāda for Beginners
- Topic: Overcoming anger
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3111
Overcoming anger
Hello everyone, Being mindful of my thoughts I realized that I have a lot of angry thoughts many times a day. I tend to be quickly upset/irritated by small/stupid things (people walking to slowly in front of me,co-workers making mistakes, etc.). It seems I'm lacking patience. I almost always keeps t...