The Buddha taught a path of renunciation. To create space in the mind, one must give things up. To achieve the highest goals of one’s practice, one must be prepared to relinquish everything.

A Dhamma discussion with the Dhamma Vijaya community, given on the weekend of Poson Poya in Sydney, Australia.

A Dhamma discussion based on the question .. “How should one practice the Paramis ( also a way to develop wholesome mind states I would think). Should one concentrate on a few of them and develop say a couple throughout life or try and fulfill all ten of them in one go. I like to…

This ovāda discusses how practice can build through consistent effort. At a certain point, however, acute effort may be required. If one puts forth intense effort at the right times, one can gain significant breakthroughs in one’s practice.

A Dhamma discussion based on the question (paraphrased)… “How does the intellectual framework of the Four Noble Truths apply to practice?’

This ovāda compares the use of different meditative strategies to different types of warfare. In particular it contrasts, meditation techniques and stately warfare with rules, with total warfare and the skills that experienced meditators are required to develop.

A Dhamma discussion based on the question (paraphrased)… “What’s the best way to give dāna?”

This ovāda discusses the importance of developing contentment in a balanced way

A Dhamma discussion based on the question (paraphrased) … “How can I overcome a fear of ghosts?”

This ovāda discussion the importance of associating with others to develop a lifestyle.