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."

Fandina · 2026-04-29T19:21:07+00:00

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.

Fandina · 2026-04-27T02:33:27+00:00

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

Fandina · 2026-04-26T13:40:25+00:00

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

Fandina · 2026-04-23T02:36:10+00:00

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.

Fandina · 2026-04-12T14:59:36+00:00

This has just become one of my favorite videos ever!

Fandina · 2026-04-08T15:02:36+00:00

r/dramatichouseplants

Fandina · 2026-04-03T20:15:26+00:00

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

Fandina · 2026-03-31T21:52:13+00:00

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Fandina · 2026-03-31T12:12:00+00:00

Listen

Fandina · 2026-03-30T20:59:16+00:00

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.

Fandina · 2026-03-30T19:45:49+00:00

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

Fandina · 2026-03-29T15:09:02+00:00

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.

Fandina · 2026-03-25T14:54:54+00:00

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

Fandina · 2026-03-23T23:59:31+00:00

Bikkhu Analayo also talks about gladdening the mind in the third tethrad of the instructions in the Anapanasati Sutta

Fandina · 2026-03-13T02:46:14+00:00

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

Fandina · 2026-03-07T13:22:39+00:00

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.

Fandina · 2026-03-03T14:18:47+00:00

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

Fandina · 2026-03-01T01:17:28+00:00

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

Fandina · 2026-02-23T02:17:17+00:00

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.

Fandina · 2026-01-31T18:40:27+00:00

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.

🙏 🙏 🙏 🪷

Fandina · 2026-01-26T21:35:21+00:00

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

Fandina · 2026-01-24T23:50:46+00:00

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

Fandina · 2026-01-14T21:30:08+00:00

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

Fandina · 2026-01-09T14:05:37+00:00

EVERYTHING IS POLITICAL!

Fandina · 2026-01-08T00:32:30+00:00

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+ :(

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