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.

This talk discusses finding a good place to practice and the qualities one should aim to develop in going there

A Dhamma discussion based on the question… “How does one discern when to listen to those (anxious) thoughts, and when to just ignore them. For there may be instances that require one to act on those thoughts. So in a way, it becomes a fear of not making the right decision in regards to those…

A discussion based on the question (paraphrased and generalized)… ‘How do I stop escalating negative mental behaviors from tipping over to the point where they make it hard to function?’