To improve ourselves we should first accept who we are. We should know what is our weakness and what are our strong points. This acceptance help us to grow with understanding. When acceptance is there in life we even appreciate others also and it is easy to make bond with each other which is very much needed today. Acceptance leads to transformation which is the most beautiful phenomenon.
To improve ourselves we should first accept who we are. We should know what is our weakness and what are our strong points. This acceptance help us to grow with understanding. When acceptance is there in life we even appreciate others also and it is easy to make bond with each other which is very much needed today. Acceptance leads to transformation which is the most beautiful phenomenon.
Heartfulness Magazine - August 2019(Volume 4, Issue 8)heartfulness
What causes the hidden prejudices that stop us being together? How to cultivate the open -mindedness to prevent the seed of prejudice growing into the three of injustice? In this edition we tackle these universal issues that continue to afflict humanity. Also, Saki Santorelli invites us to awaken the insight of the heart, Rosalind Pearmain observes the steady work of evolution, Peter Kater experiences the essence of true freedom on his paddle board, Michael Lewin offer tips on slowing down, and we explore a Himalayan Retreat. Daaji’s Yogic Psychology series continues to explore some of the more difficult mental obstacles and how to overcome them.
Bridging the Gap of PTSD, Emotional Health and Medical Trauma Through Creativ...Amy Oestreicher
Presentation given by Amy Oestreicher at the 2019 Mental Health America Conference: "Dueling Diagnoses"
Want to learn how you can use your creativity, whether it be sewing, cooking, comedy, problem-solving or striking up conversations, to express the intersection between chronic illness and mental health?
In this workshop, attendees will learn how a range of expression can heal the gap between chronic illness and symptoms of mental health. They will gain understanding of how creative arts therapies can promote resilience emotionally, relieve stress, anxiety and depression, encourage self-expression and enhance independence after physical illness, and inspire connection with both themselves and the outside world through hands-on exercises. Participants will be able to identify maladaptive coping mechanisms that may follow a medical intervention or illness, and be empowered to discover which creative modality is right for them, developing their own therapeutic model which reduces anxiety and reactivates self-esteem.
Link: https://amzn.to/2Kopffh
Title: My Beautiful Detour: An Unthinkable Journey from Gutless to Grateful
ISBN: 9781733138802
www.amyoes.com/book
The Phair Message July 22- July 28th, 2014.Joshua Phair
“This week has come with many important realizations. Chief among them is this, learn to say “No.” I have often found that “maybe” is one of the most damaging words, laying hope where there was never any to be had. If we truly love those around us and wish to give of ourselves in service, it will do much to maintain the relationship if we are up front in letting our loved ones know when it is impossible for us to extend our hand. Many are so afraid of hurting their friends that it is difficult for them to deny assistance. When I have had the opportunity to be in need I have always respected those who immediately made it known that they were in no position to help. Likewise, I make it a habit to do the same for any who come to me. If I can serve, I will. If I can find someone else who can serve, in the case that I cannot, I will. If I cannot serve you for some reason and I cannot find anyone else who can, I will let you know promptly so you can seek resolution elsewhere.
For, as often, the closing of one door is what allows us to see the door that has just opened before us. And were it not for that closure, we would never have seen the other opportunity near us.”
Conscious leaders, Conscious organizations - Voxxed Days Singapore 2018Sylvain Mahe
“The culture of any organization is shaped by the worst behavior the leader is willing to tolerate.”
In this talk we will explore why agile is way more than a set of practices but defines a whole new culture for organizations.
A culture that requires organizations to raise their level of consciousness in order to create better and more humane workplaces where individuals can bring their whole self at work everyday.
Levering on the Management 3.0 toolkit, activities borrowed from Improv and tools used in Life Coaching we’ll deep dive into topics like Values, Delegation, Listening at a deeper level and Trust.
- Why let it go from the command and control mindset?
- Which tools can you use as an Agile leader?
- Why trust is the foundation?
- Why self-awareness is key as an Agile leader?
- As a leader, am I a roadblock in the Agile adoption initiative?
“The culture of any organization is shaped by the worst behavior the leader is willing to tolerate.”
In this talk we will explore why agile is way more than a set of practices but defines a whole new culture for organizations.
A culture that requires organizations to raise their level of consciousness in order to create better and more humane workplaces where individuals can bring their whole self at work everyday.
Levering on the Management 3.0 toolkit, activities borrowed from Improv and tools used in Life Coaching we’ll deep dive into topics like Values, Delegation, Listening at a deeper level and Trust.
- Why let it go from the command and control mindset?
- Which tools can you use as an Agile leader?
- Why trust is the foundation?
- Why self-awareness is key as an Agile leader?
- As a leader, am I a roadblock in the Agile adoption initiative?
Boundaries - Biblical Wisdom from the book of ProverbsCybermissions
How to maintain good personal boundaries with people, how to spot toxic people and relationships, people to avoid and how to handle boundary violations.
Heartfulness Magazine - August 2019(Volume 4, Issue 8)heartfulness
What causes the hidden prejudices that stop us being together? How to cultivate the open -mindedness to prevent the seed of prejudice growing into the three of injustice? In this edition we tackle these universal issues that continue to afflict humanity. Also, Saki Santorelli invites us to awaken the insight of the heart, Rosalind Pearmain observes the steady work of evolution, Peter Kater experiences the essence of true freedom on his paddle board, Michael Lewin offer tips on slowing down, and we explore a Himalayan Retreat. Daaji’s Yogic Psychology series continues to explore some of the more difficult mental obstacles and how to overcome them.
Bridging the Gap of PTSD, Emotional Health and Medical Trauma Through Creativ...Amy Oestreicher
Presentation given by Amy Oestreicher at the 2019 Mental Health America Conference: "Dueling Diagnoses"
Want to learn how you can use your creativity, whether it be sewing, cooking, comedy, problem-solving or striking up conversations, to express the intersection between chronic illness and mental health?
In this workshop, attendees will learn how a range of expression can heal the gap between chronic illness and symptoms of mental health. They will gain understanding of how creative arts therapies can promote resilience emotionally, relieve stress, anxiety and depression, encourage self-expression and enhance independence after physical illness, and inspire connection with both themselves and the outside world through hands-on exercises. Participants will be able to identify maladaptive coping mechanisms that may follow a medical intervention or illness, and be empowered to discover which creative modality is right for them, developing their own therapeutic model which reduces anxiety and reactivates self-esteem.
Link: https://amzn.to/2Kopffh
Title: My Beautiful Detour: An Unthinkable Journey from Gutless to Grateful
ISBN: 9781733138802
www.amyoes.com/book
The Phair Message July 22- July 28th, 2014.Joshua Phair
“This week has come with many important realizations. Chief among them is this, learn to say “No.” I have often found that “maybe” is one of the most damaging words, laying hope where there was never any to be had. If we truly love those around us and wish to give of ourselves in service, it will do much to maintain the relationship if we are up front in letting our loved ones know when it is impossible for us to extend our hand. Many are so afraid of hurting their friends that it is difficult for them to deny assistance. When I have had the opportunity to be in need I have always respected those who immediately made it known that they were in no position to help. Likewise, I make it a habit to do the same for any who come to me. If I can serve, I will. If I can find someone else who can serve, in the case that I cannot, I will. If I cannot serve you for some reason and I cannot find anyone else who can, I will let you know promptly so you can seek resolution elsewhere.
For, as often, the closing of one door is what allows us to see the door that has just opened before us. And were it not for that closure, we would never have seen the other opportunity near us.”
Conscious leaders, Conscious organizations - Voxxed Days Singapore 2018Sylvain Mahe
“The culture of any organization is shaped by the worst behavior the leader is willing to tolerate.”
In this talk we will explore why agile is way more than a set of practices but defines a whole new culture for organizations.
A culture that requires organizations to raise their level of consciousness in order to create better and more humane workplaces where individuals can bring their whole self at work everyday.
Levering on the Management 3.0 toolkit, activities borrowed from Improv and tools used in Life Coaching we’ll deep dive into topics like Values, Delegation, Listening at a deeper level and Trust.
- Why let it go from the command and control mindset?
- Which tools can you use as an Agile leader?
- Why trust is the foundation?
- Why self-awareness is key as an Agile leader?
- As a leader, am I a roadblock in the Agile adoption initiative?
“The culture of any organization is shaped by the worst behavior the leader is willing to tolerate.”
In this talk we will explore why agile is way more than a set of practices but defines a whole new culture for organizations.
A culture that requires organizations to raise their level of consciousness in order to create better and more humane workplaces where individuals can bring their whole self at work everyday.
Levering on the Management 3.0 toolkit, activities borrowed from Improv and tools used in Life Coaching we’ll deep dive into topics like Values, Delegation, Listening at a deeper level and Trust.
- Why let it go from the command and control mindset?
- Which tools can you use as an Agile leader?
- Why trust is the foundation?
- Why self-awareness is key as an Agile leader?
- As a leader, am I a roadblock in the Agile adoption initiative?
Boundaries - Biblical Wisdom from the book of ProverbsCybermissions
How to maintain good personal boundaries with people, how to spot toxic people and relationships, people to avoid and how to handle boundary violations.
Cathy Taylor, LPN, BA, presented on laughter and stress management in her presentation Stress in the 21st Century, at the Wisconsin Women's Health Foundation's 2013 annual Gathering event in Marshfield, WI.
Resiliency for Rebels (and everyone else)Lois Kelly
Creating lasting change requires a whole lot of resiliency and self-care. Here are "Rebels at Work" co-author Lois Kelly's 12 favorite practices to build your change muscles, all grounded in positive psychology research.
Let's Talk About It: Ovarian Cancer - Working with the Darker Feelings of Can...bkling
eeling sad and building strategies for worry are common and often talked about emotional responses to cancer survivorship. Yet many survivors sit quietly with the unsettled heaviness of resentment, regret, bitterness, or anger. Because these feelings deserve our attention and a safe space to process as well, Let’s Talk About It. Join us as we look at these less often discussed (but just as understandable and normal) ”dark feelings" and find our way to understanding and compassion together.
the pain of stigma is a book written from experience and observation made on the society we live in today.
this book will educate both victims and stigmatizers on the issue of stigma, pain and way forward.
Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
The Selfish Crocodile ~ A Children's Moral Story (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a Children’s Moral Story with good lessons of moral values. The texts are in English and Chinese.
For the Video Presentation with audio narration and explanation in English (Texts are in English and Chinese), please check it out at the YouTube URL Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUjTq4NgEDE
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
The Story of 'Chin Kiam Siap' ~ An AI Generated Story ~ English & Chinese.pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on an AI Generated moral story with some editing.
Life Lessons based on the story are penned for the presentation.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
The audio narration with explanation is in Hokkien.
For the Video with audio narration and explanation in Hokkien (Texts are in English and Chinese), please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3l8qD7skfi8
Life Lessons to Learn ~ A Free Full-Color eBook (English).pdfOH TEIK BIN
A Free Full-Color eBook of 66 Life Lessons using images and pics of inspiration/motivation, stories and humor. For developing love, compassion and wisdom.
For more free eBooks check out the following Links:
www.slideshare.net/ohteikbin/presentations
www.slideshare.net/ohteikbin/documents
Reflections and Aspirations for Wesak 2024 (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of the Reflections & Aspirations to be done during Wesak 2024 as a wise Dhamma practice for mind development. The texts are in English and Chinese
For the Videos, check out the following:
(English Narration)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_pHcH7HemQ
(Hokkien Narration)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlbxSCQ8iKo
Twelve Terrific Teachings (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a selection of the Buddha’s teachings as found in the Suttas of the Nikayas. For reflection and practice to grow in compassion and wisdom. The texts are in English and Chinese.
For the Video with audio narration and explanation in Hokkien, please go to the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_0o6vdeoRc
Emails, Facebook, WhatsApp and the Dhamma (English and Chinese).pdfOH TEIK BIN
A pdf file of a Dhamma article with very meaningful messages of Life Lessons for our reflection to grow in mind development in our quest for wisdom. Beneficial for all,
young and old.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
An Octopus in Trouble ~ A Children's Story with Life Lessons (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a meaningful Children’s story that teaches important Life Lessons /Virtues /Moral values.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
For the Video with audio narration and explanation in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQ3ek4wC_5w
The King Great Goodness Part 2 ~ Mahasilava Jataka (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a Jataka Story (Part 2) that can impart good Dhamma teachings on virtue, moral values and strength of character.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
For the Video with audio narration in Hokkien, please go to the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=360UiWIRoYY
Solving Puzzles Benefits Everyone (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A Presentation of a selection of Puzzles, Brain Teasers and Thinking Problems to exercise both the mind and the Right and Left Brain. To help keep the mind and brain fit and healthy. Good for both the young and old alike.
Answers are given for all the puzzles and problems.
10 Life Lessons to Live By (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation on important moral / Life lessons to learn and practice to live a more meaningful, happy and peaceful life.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
For the Video with audio narration and explanation in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pv2OvmM6ZHw
The King 'Great Goodness' Part 1 Mahasilava Jataka (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a Jataka Story (Part 1) that can impart good Dhamma teachings on virtue, moral values and strength of character.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
For the Video with audio narration in Hokkien, please go to the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pndBvmNq1jo
A Tsunami Tragedy ~ Wise Reflections for Troubled Times (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the 2004 Tsunami tragedy with
important Dhamma teachings for constant reflection.
A Presentation for mental development and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese. Images are drawn from the Google Image search.
The Wolf, The Buffalo and The Shepherd ~ A Kids' Story with Life Lessons (En...OH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a children’s story that teaches the importance of values like clear thinking, wisdom and compassion.
The texts are in English and Malay.
For the Video with audio narration and explanation in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRpUw8ssl0I
Free eBook ~ 6 Superb Stories That Teach Precious Dhamma.pdfOH TEIK BIN
A free eBook comprising 6 PowerPoint presentations of meaningful Buddhist stories that teach important Dhamma/Life lessons. For reflection and practice to develop the mind to grow in love, compassion and wisdom. The texts are in English and Chinese.
Indications of Rebirth ~ My Reflections (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation on the empirical evidences that point to the Truth of Rebirth or Reincarnation. My reflections are given for each of the cases.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
For the video with audio narration and explanation in English please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jKGgVq3OT-g
Free eBook ~ 5 Malaysian Stories with Lessons to Learn (English).pdfOH TEIK BIN
A free eBook comprising 5 Malaysian Stories with important teachings on Dhamma/ Life Lessons to reflect upon. For mental development to grow in love-kindness, virtue, compassion and wisdom. The texts are in English.
Free eBook ~Short Inspirational Stories - The Benefits.pdfOH TEIK BIN
A free eBook (pdf format) consisting of 12 short inspirational stories with messages of Life Lessons. Each of the stories is accompanied by some Dhamma reflections.
Of benefit to develop the mind in virtue, compassion and wisdom.
Sacifices for the Deceased ~ Matakabhatta Jataka (Eng. & Chi.).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation of a Jataka Tale that
conveys the important Dhamma teaching on Kamma.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
For the Video with narration and explanation in Hokkien, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGjlaTi5tkM
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
SBs – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
Our monthly newsletter is available to read online. We hope you will join us each Sunday in person for our worship service. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on YouTube and social media.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
https://youtu.be/nV4kGHFsEHw
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
Tarot for Your Self A Workbook for Personal Transformation Second Edition (M...
The Devils In Us
1. 1
“The Devils In Us”
The roots of all our Dukkha …suffering, trouble, conflict, problems, stress, worry, fear,
anxiety and all
painful states actually lie in the “ three big Devils ” and their ‘ disciple devils ’. The
‘Devils’ are :
• GREED , attachment, lust, selfishness, covetousness
• HATRED, ill will, aversion, enmity, jealousy, cruelty, resentment
• DELUSION, ignorance, ego, conceit, pride
The following ‘Devilish’ characters with their utterances/statements/talk are created to
help us reflect on
the Dhamma. Any insults, sarcasm or other negative statements do not refer to anyone in
particular and
are not meant to offend. Through the wit and humour, let us reflect to what extent the
defilements of Greed, Hatred and Delusion reside inside our minds and hearts.
Contemplation and reflection perhaps can help us have some realization of our
weaknesses and thereby strive towards cutting the defilements.
Introducing the ‘Devils’
1. “Mr. Chin Tham Sim” ( Hokkien pun for Mr. ‘Greed’ )
• ‘ All I want is not much …… just all your POWER !’
• ‘Even as a baby, I prefer the nurse instead of the bottle.’
• ‘I may not be a leader of men, but I sure am a follower of women.’
• ‘I think life is very unfair …. so many pleasures and so little time !’
• ‘I’m always AWOL …..After Women Or Liquor !’
2. “Miss Chuah Lau Hea” ( Hokkien pun for Miss ‘Boastful’ )
• ‘ The only time I really listen is when I talk. ’
• ‘ Every time I look in the mirror, I take a bow !’
• ‘ What you can , I can. What you can’t, I can .’
2. 2
• ‘ During MY BIRTHDAY, I always send my parents a telegram of
Congratulations !’
• ‘ I am very famous. My name is in a very big book …..the telephone directory !’
3. “ Mr.Ho Chong For” ( Cantonese pun for Mr. ‘Great Anger’ )
• ‘My temper is so bad that I make you wish my parents had never met.’
• ‘No mosquito dares to bite me …..it will drink “boiling blood.”
• ‘My tongue may be 3 inches long but it can kill a man 6 feet tall .’
• ‘I am often too angry to tell you why I am angry !’
• ‘I have good brains, good looks, good money and a BAD TEMPER !’
4. “Mr. Khor Kah Kee” ( Hokkien pun for Mr. ‘Self-Centred’ )
• ‘I don’t care what happens ….. so long as it happens to someone else !’
• ‘A friend in need is a friend to keep away from . !’
• ‘Dana ? …Not Me ! Welfare Work ? …. No Time ! Gotong Royong ? …..
Why so Stupid ?
“Makan Treat” ? …….Oh ! Sure !’
• ‘I don’t believe in GIVE ! GIVE! GIVE! I always TAKE ! TAKE ! TAKE !’
• ‘Join this ? Do this ? Be present ? …Ah, what benefits can my family and I get
?
5. “Miss Wan Toh Sim” ( Hokkien pun for ‘Miss Jealousy’ )
• ‘I’ll feel better if I do better than you !’
• ‘ Oh you think he’s clever ? He must have copied in the exam.’
• ‘I turn GREEN when I see her more successful than me !’
• ‘Wah ! The more you suffer, the greater my pleasure !’
• ‘Thank you for failing ! It stops the pain in my heart !’
6. “Mr. Bee Na Tang” ( Malay pun for ‘ Mr.Animal’ )
• ‘ Me No Know, Me No Care; Me Enjoy-lah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah !’
• ‘ Sleep, Eat, Enjoy, Sleep , Eat !’
• ‘ I do what I want to do . KAMMA ? Ha ! Why Worry ? I Don’t Know !’
• ‘Beware! When you kick my heart, your leg will break !’ ( Now you know what’s
stone-hearted !)
• ‘Why think ? Why ponder ? Just follow your Desires !’
In Dhamma Practice, it is very important for us to constantly check ourselves….to
watch our minds, to contemplate and reflect. Whenever, the ‘Devils’ come, we must
‘fight’ and ‘kill’ them !
Perhaps the following questions can help us to retrospect and reflect :
• Am I full of greed and attachment ?
• Do I spend so much of my time ‘chasing’ for things to satisfy my cravings ?
• How much DANA ( Generosity, Charity) do I practise to ‘kill’ this dangerous
SELF ?
• How selfish am I ? Do I usually only involve in things that benefit MYSELF only ?
3. 3
• Am I progressing in my outreach work ?
• How often am I a victim of hatred, aversion, ill will and jealousy ?
• Do I put in effort to cut my greed and hatred …. for example through Charity work,
Metta Bhavana etc. ?
• To reduce IGNORANCE/DELUSION , do I put in some time and effort in learning,
understanding, practising and realising the Dhamma ?
• How am I doing in my DANA ( Charity ), SILA ( Morality ) and Bhavana
( Mental Cultivation)?
Conquering Greed With Generosity
“A believer desires to see those who are virtuous; he desires to hear the good Dhamma;
and with a heart free from stinginess, he lives at home generous, clean-handed, delighting
in giving, one to ask a favour of, one who delights in sharing things with others.”
Anguttara Nikaya
Conquering Hatred With Loving-Kindness
“Just as water cools both good and bad, And washes away all impurity and dust, In the
same way you should develop thoughts of loving-kindness to friend and foe alike, And
having reached perfection in love, You will attain Enlightenment.”
Jataka Nidanakatha
Conquering Delusion With Wisdom
“Wisdom is purified by Virtue, and Virtue is purified by Wisdom. When one is, so is the
other. The virtuous person has Wisdom, and the wise person has Virtue. The combination
of Virtue and Wisdom is called the highest thing in the world.”
Digha Nikaya