Meditation is a way to let go of things that are keeping you from getting to know yourself better, like your emotions and your thoughts. Meditation makes you happy because it leads to wisdom and peace. This is why Buddhism is spreading in the world: because it is a truth that resonates with people on many levels. Buddhism is a way to free yourself from the suffering of this world. It’s a path to liberation. Buddhism is growing due to its teaching that comes from people’s experiences, rather than scriptures or theories. Buddhism is growing in the world because it offers a happiness which surpasses this world. It’s these beautiful things, the ending of things, the ending of suffering, the ending of problems, the freedom in the heart, the freedom in the mind, the bliss and the joy which make it so popular.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 22nd June 2001. It has now been remastered and published by the Everyday Dhamma Network, and will be of interest to his many fans.
These talks by Ajahn Brahm have been recorded and made available for free distribution by the Buddhist Society of Western Australia. You can support the Buddhist Society of Western Australia by pledging your support via their Patreon page.
Dealing With Tragedies | Ajahn Brahm
What is Prison? | Ajahn Brahm
Buddhism and Psychology | Ajahn Brahm
Hopelessness | Ajahn Brahm
Mental Energy Equals Happiness | Ajahn Brahm
Helping Children Overcome Problems
Doing What Is Good | Ajahn Brahm
Who's Right? | Ajahn Brahm
Self Discipline | Ajahn Brahm
How To Deal With Pain | Ajahn Brahm
The Buddhist Attitude to Animal Abuse | Ajahn Brahm
Dependent Origination | Ajahn Brahm
Reborn ... Again! | Ajahn Brahm
Free Will | Ajahn Brahm
Doomsday! | Ajahn Brahm
Having Your Cake | Ajahn Brahm
Freedom From Self-Hate | Ajahn Brahm
Assumptions | Ajahn Brahm
The Values of Buddhism | Ajahn Brahm
Praise and Blame | Ajahn Brahm
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