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Source of Ajahn Chah quote
I'd like to read the context for the following quote from Ajahn Chah:
I want those who train with me to see the truth, not just read the
scriptures. I want them to see if their hearts have been ...
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How does one practice mindfulness during thinking? (for example, thinking about how to solve a problem) [duplicate]
This question is in context of practicing mindfulness in one's day-to-day activities (e.g. walking, talking, washing dishes etc.), where one is supposed to be "aware of" / "observe"...
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How to stop thinking about metaphysical questions?
I have been practicing seriously for a month now. I'm mindful a lot of the time but not 100% yet and whenever I'm not I start thinking about metaphysical questions or what could be after death or if ...
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How do enlightened people think?
Most of our thoughts are caused by desire. So, what are the thoughts of a person who has no desire?
Another way of asking the same question: if we remove desire based thoughts, what will remain?
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A Problem in Need of an Answer
Through many of Yuttadhammo's videos and accesstoinsight, I have learned a vast amount of knowledge on the Buddha's teachings. But I feel like I am causing myself problems.
1) I keep on questioning ...
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Metaphysical Contemplation and Speculation
There are many parables and stories from the Buddha's life suggesting he valued above all what is practical and conducive to virtue. He discouraged metaphysical speculation and musings.
Given ...
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Mindfulness when playing chess
I want to start with this Buddha quote from the Dhammapada
As rain breaks through an ill-thatched house, passion will break
through an unreflecting mind.
Ch. 1: The Twin Verses, verse 13
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Sati-Sampajañña and a quiet mind
Is it the case that a quiet mind can best execute Sati-Sampajañña because there are no interfering thoughts disturbing it?
If the answer is yes, should the main concern in day-to-day life be to ...
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I explain why I prefer discuss Buddhism intellectually but others don't seem to accept my point. Why is that?
In this Reddit post Is Buddhism about cognitive linguistics and cognitive psychology?, I am advised that practice is far more important than intellectualizing. I understand that the core teaching of ...
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What is the difference between mindfulness and detachment?
From Mindfulness:
Mindfulness is the psychological process of bringing one's attention to experiences occurring in the present moment, which one can develop through the practice of meditation and ...
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Buddhism and Stereotyping Perceptions
An answer has prodded me to completely reconsider my understanding of Buddhism and emptiness [this answer]. I never realized that Buddhism involves the dismantling of preconceptions and false ...
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Why does Buddhism seem to have an anti-thought bias?
Why do Buddhists seem to take such a strong anti-thought bias? All I could find regarding this issue is this blog post:
Thought is Bad? Enlightenment Means Not Thinking?
He provides great examples ...
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What is the difference between right thinking and right view?
They seem to be both elements that promote a healthy perception about things in life. I have a hard time differentiating between one and the other.
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Does Ichinen Sanzen include "wishful thinking"?
Does Ichinen Sanzen include "wishful thinking," or am i getting it wrong?
Also, does Theravada buddhism include "wishful thinking?"
This is the text I read that made me have this question:
http://...
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Is there a benifit to "wishful thinking"?
Is there a benefit to "wishful thinking" ?
not like in a very deluded way -
but like if i think about meditating a lot during the day - or getting money to also give others and aid practice
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