On Valentine’s Day, It is an opportunity that many people may take the opportunity to express their love. Or give some gifts to loved ones. For the Cape Town Meditation Centre, it is considered a good opportunity for us to show our love for our fellow human beings. Today, the monk at Cape Town Meditation …
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Magha Puja is an important Buddhist festival that falls on the full moon day of the third lunar month in February or March. It is also known as a day of love for Buddhists as it commemorates the day when the Buddha showed his love for mankind. His love is merciful and sincere wishes for …
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Cape Town Meditation Centre organized a merit-making Kathina ceremony. The contributor groups and more than 200 congregants, both Thais and South Africans, set up a procession of various kinds of flowers, Dhammachakra flags, and national flags, marching around the Cape Town Meditation Centre and moving into the centre of the ceremony. Kathin Chairman’s Committee and …
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During the 7th Buddhist Lent after the Lord Buddha’s enlightenment, he ascended to the Tavatimsa Realm (the second floor of heaven) to spend the rainy season. Over the following three months, he preached the Abhidhamma Pitaka to his mother and enabled her to attain the fruit of Sotapanna. As the Buddhist Lent came to an …
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This video talked about neuroplasticity and its impact on our brains. It delves into the transformative power of mindfulness and its effects on brain structure, particularly in reducing stress and enhancing cognitive function. After undergoing a six-week mindfulness course and brain scans, the narrator, a science journalist, observes tangible changes in her brain’s amygdala and …
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World Mental Health Day is observed every year on October 10th to raise awareness about mental health issues, reduce the stigma surrounding them, and promote overall mental well-being. In this post, we’ll explore the significance of World Mental Health Day and delve into the cause of mental health, how to check your mental health, including …
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Are you looking for ways to reduce stress and lower your blood pressure without resorting to medications? New guidelines from the International Society of Hypertension suggest that you can achieve these goals by incorporating mind-body techniques into your daily routine. While traditional advice like quitting smoking and reducing salt intake remains important, there’s growing evidence …
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The United Nations has defined Vesak Day to be an internationally important day of the world. On 15 December 1999, the 54th General Assembly of the United Nations considered Agenda 174 International recognition of the Day of Visak stating that Buddhism is one of the oldest religions in the world, which has long guided the …
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Introduction In an era that thrives on ceaseless activity, Meditation Day serves as a gentle reminder to pause, breathe, and let go. Celebrated globally on May 21st, Meditation Day aims to increase awareness about the immense benefits of this ancient practice that soothes the mind, body, and soul. The day promotes the importance of meditation …
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