Greeting everyone. I’m Monk Sun. Let me start by asking:Who here has meditated every day in the past month? Half of the month? A week? That’s great to see. Meditation is something we have to keep practicing. Why?Because the world around us — our jobs, our responsibilities, our families — all pull our minds outward. …
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Recently, a group of individuals gathered virtually for an insightful Q&A session and guided meditation led by Monk Sun. The session provided a candid look into the diverse experiences of meditators, from beginners to seasoned practitioners, and offered profound guidance on navigating the path to inner peace. This article shares some key takeaways from their …
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Have you ever sat in meditation and felt… nothing? No peace, no insights—just stillness, or even frustration. If this resonates, let me share a story that might offer some comfort and encouragement. There was once a monk who could reach enlightenment effortlessly—simply by hearing two sentences of Dhamma from the Buddha. His journey to peace …
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On Sunday, November 10, 2024, the Cape Town Meditation Center held the annual Katina ceremony to raise funds for expanding the land to support the dissemination of Buddhism in South Africa. The event brought together over 120 participants, both locals and Thai nationals. All attendees joyfully presented the Kathina robes to the Sangha (monastic community), …
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Today, our Cape Town Meditation Centre hosted a beautiful and serene Alm Round Ceremony, where the community came together to practice mindfulness and share in the joy of giving. The event began with a collective meditation session, allowing participants to purify their minds and open their hearts to the profound merit of this sacred occasion. …
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This week, we had the pleasure of welcoming the staff from Zip Zap Circus to our meditation center. They came with the intention of purifying their minds and learning how to relax both their bodies and minds. Under the gentle guidance of our teaching monk, they were introduced to the principles of meditation and how …
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Letting go—it’s something we often talk about but struggle to put into practice. These days, when we’re stressed, we look for an escape, whether it’s going on vacation or watching a movie. While those things might give us a break, they cost money, take time, and only offer temporary relief. So, we end up working …
In meditation, staying relaxed and calm is key. But there are two main obstacles that can disrupt that peaceful state of mind. The first is frustration. It’s like a wrecking ball that suddenly smashes through your sense of calm. It hits hard, but thankfully, it doesn’t last long. When you feel frustrated or dissatisfied, it …
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Meditation is a skill we need to practice daily, just like sports. Even if you know the theory or have done it before, when you stop practicing, your skills get rusty. You might remember what to do, but your body just can’t keep up. It’s the same with meditation—if you skip it for a while, …
Meditation is not difficult—it simply depends on knowing how to do it correctly. In the secular world, success often requires relentless effort and constant striving. However, this approach cannot be applied to meditation, where the goal is to quiet the mind and achieve stillness. In driving, speed comes from pressing the pedal to the floor. …