A Dhamma discussion based on the following questions (paraphrased)… What is the role of Samvega? Terror. Is that always a bad thing? Should one go towards it or should one go against it if one feels depression, despair, or terror?

This ovāda describes the cultivation of right view as something more than just the development of overt philosophies through thinking and pre-planning. It also emphasizes the more subtle levels of right view that one needs to cultivate by experimenting and training the mind to confront the defilements that cause suffering in real time. This is…

A Dhamma discussion revolving around kamma, free will, and determinism.

This ovāda uses refers to suttas and to living traditons to discuss how the fruit of stream entry is a sudden occurrence that leaves a lasting impression on the mind. It contrasts this with a trend in modern Western Buddhism in which the fruit of stream entry is presented as something gradual and almost indiscernible….

A Dhamma discussion based on the topic (paraphrased): “I was discussing with my mother about the impermanence of the five khandhas. She could see how each of them were impermanent, except for consciousness. What proof is there, for example, that there isn’t some little man hiding behind, in the mind, and observing everything? How can…

This ovāda discusses the purpose one should have in meeting inspiring monks. It discusses how one should seek to meet inspiring figures to take on their good qualities. One shouldn’t seek to meet them just to feel inspired.

A Dhamma discussion based on the question… “Could you please say something about the preciousness of human rebirth. According to the scriptures it is very rare to be born in the human realm and we are very fortunate to be so. What are the causes of such a rebirth and what should we do to…

This ovāda discusses developing resilience by cultivating both rational and intuitive faith.

A Dhamma discussion based on the question (punctuation and line breaks added)… Bhagyawathun Wahansa said, “Let go of the past—because it has already happened. Let go of the future—since it has not yet arrived and is full of uncertainty.” So, this means we only have the present moment to come to and practice Dhamma (Sutha,…

This ovāda explores the practice of finding balance and skillfulness in various situations. It discusses how to navigate the intersection of what’s right—the rules and guidelines that apply in a given context—with what’s true — the broader principles of the Dhamma.