I lied to my teacher that I was writing what she was saying down, now I feel bad for lying, I wish to do better. She was helping me at the time, I wish to repay her kindness. What can I do to make amends?

Thank you everyone for your insightful posts, they’re helpful! Here’s an update on my progress: I’m refraining from sensual pleasures such as ignoring the TV and eating mindfully. I’m also meditating more and have tried walking meditation. I’ve spoken with my mother and she has really agreed with my...

Thank you everyone for your posts! They have been a great help! Thank you for the motivation and advice.

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I was pondering about metta meditation, I often refrain from doing it because I feel that it will drain my energy and tire me out. I often have the view that it is a waste of time. Is this the case? How do I find the motivation to do it?

Hi there! I’m fairly new into delving deeper into the practice of Buddhism myself, so I hope I’m helpful! From my understanding we do good things because of it’s positive effect on others and, for our own well-being or karma. The first two passages of the Dhammapada phrases this quite well: All ment...

Thanks for welcoming me and for wishing me luck! I appreciate the book recommendations!

Edit: Looks like I’m changing my new year’s resolutions! Sorry about that, I’m new to making them! I will keep them secret! Thank you anyway for your support!

Hi there, I was wondering how rare a human birth is? My family want me to pursue a career in animal care and practice as a lay practitioner in this life, although, I wish to a practice Buddhism seriously. I like learning about animals but I also desire to be dedicated to my practice. Of course I sh...

This makes sense! Thank you everyone! By animal care I mean husbandry: cleaning out, feeding, etc... But it also includes the other aspects as well. Thank you for the sutta, it is rare indeed!

Hi there, I was wondering how rare a human birth is? My family want me to pursue a career in animal care and practice as a lay practitioner in this life, although, I wish to a practice Buddhism seriously. I like learning about animals but I also desire to be dedicated to my practice. Of course I sho...

Hi there! I’m sure your age doesn’t get in the way of becoming a monastic! I wish you well with getting involved in a sangha community, just reach out and ask a monk! I’m sure they’ll be welcoming! :D Just switch the digits. You're 35 if they ask. Not a good idea, if you cannot keep the five precept...

Hi Brother Sunrise! Nice to have you here! I like how you’ve thanked nature for its generosity, it is good to be grateful! May you find peace on your journey!

Hi everyone! :D Happy New Year! I’m currently getting back into Buddhism. This year I’m challenging myself to practice lovingkindness meditation everyday! I hope to wish everyone who I come in contact with, or think of, happiness! Please wish me luck! I’m currently reading two books at the moment: A...