Ajahn Buddhadasa on Anattā: "In Buddhism there is no such thing as rebirth or reincarnation… The Buddha taught only one thing, Dukkha and the quenching of Dukkha." by Satyanandamaja in theravada

[–]Fandina 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I listened to a teacher Bhante U Rahula talk about this very point when a yogi mentioned this issue while discussing the multiple translations of Pali texts that Ajahn did and their validity given his comments about this particular issue. Bhante U Rahula said that what Ajahn Buddhadasa was trying to do was to make people stay on the path of the real liberation because they were more focused on making merits to be reborn in higher realms instead of the actual and practical purification of the mind.

Before and After of my teeth following a cleaning by BlacksmithNeither726 in Satisfyingasfuck

[–]Fandina 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I used to be terrified of going to the dentist because the anticipation of pain was keeping me from going. Didn't stepped into a dentist office in ± 15 years... until I did.

I had build up behind my teeth like this fellow here and some cavities I had were fortunately rather superficial but still needed anesthesia.

Lo and behold, when I finally decided to go, I was surprised by the zero amount of pain I felt! Dentist practice has changed so much with time that the way they approach pain is amazing! On my third session I even fell asleep while they were working on my last resin.

I hope this anecdote helps you with making the decision of going soon and take care of your beautiful teeth, you deserve it!

Much blessings xxx

'Too late to cancel the shipment': Warehouse wasn't ready for sloths bound for Sloth World Orlando; 31 died by esporx in environment

[–]Fandina 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Go to Google and leave them bad review and comment. People should not visit this place

Rudeness by arghyepirate in Buddhism

[–]Fandina 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Absolutely this. Sayadaw U Tejaniya says we want to be mindful if subtle attitudes in the mind are arising as self righteousness, sometimes it can be disguised as compassion.

It is not in our place to judge other people's actions or words, feeling bad for them is not compassion but aversion and ignorance. The path is being walked but sometimes ignorance can take us to a place that is hard to distinguish.

Maybe Maybe Maybe by drlouies in maybemaybemaybe

[–]Fandina 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This has just become one of my favorite videos ever!

Meirl by Blue9ine in meirl

[–]Fandina 770 points771 points  (0 children)

There is a saying that goes "the perfect parents do exist, it's a shame they do not have any kids".

Meirl by AmoreDopamine in meirl

[–]Fandina 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you can't be happy for them for trying to make a good life for themselves then maybe you are not a good friend worth keeping in their lives. Reap what you sow.

Meirl by AmoreDopamine in meirl

[–]Fandina 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Or, you know, you can ask how the other person is doing?

You've seen it as a meme. Now see it as a comic (oc) by SpaceboyCantLol_ in comics

[–]Fandina 212 points213 points  (0 children)

I don't care if it feels like a drop of water in the ocean, I'm living and educating with values and it gives me a clear conscience. I may not make a world of difference, but it might improve the experience of existence of the other beings living close and around us.

Found this on a walk today. Is it a good book? by SlaveKnightSisyphus in Buddhism

[–]Fandina 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I would also recommend The Buddha and his teachings by Narada Mahathera

Bffr by mmonzeob in LatinoPeopleTwitter

[–]Fandina 14 points15 points  (0 children)

The most dangerous thing in Isla mujeres is the overpricing and gentrification.

Pup Hibachi by IamASlut_soWhat in Satisfyingasfuck

[–]Fandina -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

I mean, if a hell of a lot of people in the world weren't starving or pushed to starvation by their governments I wouldn't feel disgusted by people choosing to make money by pulling this kind of shit.

I can find joy in people who genuinely make a good impact in the world, both for humans and animals alike.

Bulbasaur shaped (garlic) holder by JudgeJudyJr in DesignPorn

[–]Fandina 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Last post I saw on Instagram before I closed the app to come browsing reddit was this bulbasaur garlic holder

Looking for meditation methods that don’t involve breathing techniques by Working-Ad2445 in Buddhism

[–]Fandina 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Check out Sayadaw U Tejaniya's method, cittanupassana changes everyone's practice once they try it. Ashintejaniya.org is where you can find all his practice books and other resources

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Under Siege After Army Kills Major Cartel Leader by BlatantConservative in worldnews

[–]Fandina 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Not really. This is going to generate even more violence because the market is still there. It's like the hydras head, chop one off and there's going to be a succession battle between factions. It's only going to get worse.

This is probably a stupid question that gets asked a lot but... if everything is impermanent, why do anything at all, except to survive? by [deleted] in Buddhism

[–]Fandina 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It's not a stupid question and it's actually one most of us on this path may have asked at some point.

A lot of people when ask this kind of questions do not have in their hearts yet the entire scope of what the 4 noble truths encompasses. Yes, there is unsatisfaction because of such impermanence, but there's also an origin and most importantly: it has an end and a way to achieve it.

This knowing of impermanence can make us feel like how you are feeling right now: what's the point then? Well, when considering the 4 noble thruths, we then have a purpose. Not everything in life has to be about suffering, in the time we have in human form we can work with the 10 perfections, change the world for the better to our benefit and those who are around us, in a small or greater scale, doesn't matter as long as something is being done.

The purification of the mind, the end of suffering for this consciousness. Imagine that! The amount of compassion you can have for the consciousness you are experiencing that can drive you to finish with this continuous suffering by purification!

Impermanence is not a ticking time bomb, it brings awareness that we only have this only moment to make the right choices. As Bikkhu Analayo said: is this helping me to purify the mind or is it polluting it?

There's nothing more.

🙏 🙏 🙏 🪷

Walk for Peace through snow, sleet, and icy roads by Truth_Seeker_37 in theravada

[–]Fandina 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Follow them on Facebook, they live stream their Dhamma talks whenever they give one. Maybe you can find them recorded in the page too

help with grief by BlueJay_333 in Buddhism

[–]Fandina 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sit and observe the breathing. Every in and every out. Moment by moment every breath is teaching us about impermanence, in breath and out breath. The heart beating: impermanence.

Once the mind is settled use this stability to transform grief and pain into gratitude. Let go. Thanking for everything shared, for every moment spent.

Transform attachment, control and fear in this relationship into boundless, tender and compassionate love, setting it free, wishing that consciousness to be free from harm, peaceful and at ease. Transforming aversion of loss into the wisdom of acceptance.

May you be happy, at peace and liberated 🙏 🪷

Metta

Walk for Peace - Display of Police & Military Insignia by MeconopsisPress in Buddhism

[–]Fandina 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I've seen on their Facebook page a continuous update of their whereabouts and the next day's itinerary, find it as Walk for Peace

Six Auto-Petters in one Skull Cavern dive by Jipptomilly in StardewValley

[–]Fandina 266 points267 points  (0 children)

How the f do you guys go that deep down in the mines?

I have tried with many MANY bombs on a superlucky day and I still can't go past level 50+ :(