Ajahn Brahm Podcast
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This is the podcast for the true fans of Ajahn Brahm. It has digitally remastered talks by Ajahn Brahm going back as far as 1993. Episodes are posted regularly and are accompanied by full auto-generated transcripts on www.ajahnbrahmpodcast.info
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Mar 17, 2023
Good and Evil in the World | Ajahn Brahm
Buddhism says that sometimes people die young because of their karma, sometimes people become millionaires because of their karma, and sometimes people get sick because of their karma. This talk is about good and evil cloning and how to solve the world's problems. Karma is the cause and effect of your actions, so don't blame others for the situation you're in. You can do something about it right now. There is no one answer to the question of who is the happiest person in the world. Everyone's happiness is unique and depends on their own individual circumstances. However, some general things that may contribute to happiness include having good relationships with others, having meaningful work, and having a sense of purpose in life. Sometimes we look at the inequalities in the world and perceive them as being unfair. But is it really unjust after all? Instead, we can see that these things are just a result of karma from the past, and that we have a lot of opportunities to grow and learn compassion, wisdom and endurance if we make use of the situations we are in.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded using a low quality MP3 to save on file size (because internet connections were slow back then - remember dialup?) on 3rd January 2003. 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.
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Mar 11, 2023
Buddha Nature | Ajahn Brahm
Jokes can be a way to heal and learn from traumatic experiences. Old age, sickness, and death can teach us valuable lessons in life, and they can be viewed as Buddha nature. Peace and goodwill towards all beings is a central message of Christianity. People come to teachers for guidance, not to be lectured to. Stay true to your beliefs and help those in need, no matter what their beliefs. The Buddha said that the things we experience in our life, such as being praised or blamed, have Buddha nature. We can see that these experiences have no personal meaning, and are just part of our journey towards awakening. Sickness, disease, aging, death, are all teachers which help us learn about non-self.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded using a low quality MP3 to save on file size (because internet connections were slow back then - remember dialup?) on 27th December 2002. 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.
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Mar 4, 2023
Teachers From Hell | Ajahn Brahm
The Buddha’s teachings can help you change your attitude and stop suffering. When encountering a problem in life, focus on learning from it, not exterminating the problem. Check your expectations and take on board that everything is a teaching opportunity. Sometimes people try to abuse you in order to upset you, but don't let them succeed. Just be peaceful and aware of what is happening and you'll be fine. The Buddha's teachings on how to deal with pain, discomfort, and difficulties in life remain relevant to today's world. When confronted with difficulties, remember to do nothing and focus on your mental state.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded using a low quality MP3 to save on file size on 29th November 2002. 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.
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Feb 24, 2023
Mindfulness | Ajahn Brahm
Mindfulness is having a guard on your mind and remembering what you are supposed to be doing. To be mindful, instruct your gatekeeper what to do in order to keep negativity out of your mind. Mindfulness can help you stop being angry, because you become more alert to what's happening inside. Mindfulness is the ability to know and be aware. It's developed through different degrees of efforts and attentiveness. It allows for more connectivity with the physical body and the environment. Four main focuses of mindfulness are The Body, The Feelings, The Mind, and The Consciousness. Mindfulness can help reveal hidden stresses and health problems that may have been ignored. Mindfulness helps you focus on the present moment, which allows you to experience energies and insights you wouldn't otherwise be able to see. Focusing mindfulness can lead to enlightenment.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded using a low quality MP3 to save on file size on 1st November 2002. 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.
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Feb 19, 2023
Origins | Ajahn Brahm
To find out the origins of your consciousness of mind, you can test it out and find out where you come from. The mind is the biggest thing in the world because it can see everything and everything can fit in the mind. An origins talk is beneficial for many reasons, including that it reminds us of the importance of the mind. Mind is comprised of delusion, craving and ignorance. The way we understand and experience the world is based on these three factors. The Buddha said that life is a process in action and that one can't say there is absolutely nothing because the process of arising is seen. When you watch or experience anything, be aware of the six senses and how they work to create your experience. The lotus at night closes up to protect its petals from the sun, but when the first rays of the sun reach the outer petal, it warms up and the petals open. This is analogous to stillness of mind, which opens up layer by layer to see things as they truly are. When you achieve full enlightenment, you reach the jewel in the heart of the lotus: emptiness.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded using a low quality MP3 to save on file size on 25th October 2002. 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.
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Feb 17, 2023
Dead Loss | Ajahn Brahm
Ajahn Brahm gives a talk about how to deal with loss and the death of loved ones.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded using a low quality MP3 to save on file size on 18th October 2002. 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.
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Feb 11, 2023
Enlightenment is the Highest Happiness | Ajahn Brahm
Happiness means being good, and the benefits of being good are immense. Allow other people to be kind to you and it will make you happy. Happiness comes when we give without expecting anything in return, and it's one of the first ways to develop in our lives. Happiness is found by letting go and learning how to meditate. Enlightenment is the ultimate happiness. Sleep well at night by remembering the good things you've done, rather than the bad. Keep the precepts of not hurting others and yourself. When we reach out for happiness, we usually end up getting disappointment, frustration, despair, and grief. Enlightenment is the highest form of happiness, and it's achievable even if you're not wealthy. You don't have to wait until you retire to be happy. Just don't do anything and you'll get into deep meditation and eventually realize some of the teachings of Buddha. This is why meditation is not only the easiest thing to do, but the most fun thing to do.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded using a low quality MP3 to save on file size on 26th July 2002. 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.
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Feb 4, 2023
Freedom | Ajahn Brahm
Keeping precepts gives you freedom from worry, anxiety and other negative qualities. In meditation, the more you try and control, the worse the meditation gets. The deeper you go in meditation, the more still and silent it becomes, until you find freedom from desires. Keep moral precepts in your life to feel freedom. Freedom is being where you want to be, not where someone else wants you to be.If you're not happy in your life, it's probably because you're following the wrong path. When you're sick, you're given the advantage or the opportunity to other people to care for you. That's why it's nice to be sick sometimes. So that if you want to be sick, then you're not imprisoned by your ill health. It doesn't feel confining to you. It's not a huge problem anymore. You can be sick and still feel free. When you have that feeling of freedom there with your sickness, you don't mind it being there.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 12th July 2002. 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.
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Jan 28, 2023
Six Months of Bliss | Ajahn Brahm
In the first half of 2002 Ajahn Brahm spent six months on a silent meditation retreat in his hut. He didn't speak to anyone - not a single word. He just spent time meditating. The result was six months of bliss. In this talk Ajahn Brahm speaks quite openly about the experience and encourages us all to find bliss within.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 28th June 2002. 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.
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Jan 19, 2023
Mindfulness of the Body | Ajahn Brahm
Boredom can be overcome with practice in understanding bodily sensations. People are always looking for things to do because they don't know how to do nothing, but peace is more important than anything. The practice of mindfulness is focused on the body in order to free the mind, develop wisdom, and create peace in life. Focus on the body to overcome anger and frustration. The talk was on mindfulness of the body and the harm that negative emotions do to the body. In Buddhism, forgiveness is a very important response to any conflict. It stops revenge and helps to repair the damage that has been done. You can't keep anger going because the feelings associated with anger are unpleasant and you can't stay focused on those feelings for very long without noticing how harmful they are to your physical health. When we focus on the body, we come to a truth which we cannot deny. The best of these emotions, such as peace, can start to get us to value our present moment more, and to live in a way which is more fulfilling.
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You can find the transcription and other related information on the Ajahn Brahm Podcast website. Click here for the episode on the Trickery of Perception.
This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 7th December 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.
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Jan 13, 2023
The Trickery of Perception | Ajahn Brahm
When you change your perception, you can find the end of all suffering inside yourself. The perception we have of ourselves and others often limits us and leads to suffering. Perceptions matter, and they can be limiting. Whenever you get a project to do, just do it. Don't think about it. Whenever it's time to meditate, just meditate. Don't think about it. Whatever you happen to do in life, when it's time to die, do it. Stop thinking about it. Meditation is a practice of transforming our pathological perceptions of the world. When we understand this, we can create new, healthier perceptions which will free us from suffering.
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You can find the transcription and other related information on the Ajahn Brahm Podcast website. Click here for the episode on the Trickery of Perception.
This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 30th November 2001. It has now been remastered and published by the Everyday Dhamma Network, and will be of interest to his many fans.
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Jan 7, 2023
Pseudo Buddhism | Ajahn Brahm
Ajahn Brahm gives a talk about what is real Buddhism, as opposed to what is just faddish, pseudo-Buddhism.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 9th December 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.
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Jan 3, 2023
Mindfulness | Ajahn Brahm
Buddhism's practice of mindfulness can help us in our daily lives, our spiritual lives, and our relationships. Buddhism teaches that it's important to be mindful in our daily lives and in our spiritual lives. Being mindful can help to increase our happiness and understanding. Mindfulness can help you be more alert and less reactive to things, which can help you feel happier and more productive. When you increase your mindfulness, you become more sensitive to the beauty and vibrancy of life. Make good karma, and you'll get good results. Doing good for others will brighten your mind and energize your practice. Mindfulness gives you better abilities in life, for everything. It enhances your work skills, your ability to succeed in life, your ability to sense what's happening and your ability to communicate with other people. In order to be enlightened, you need to have strong mindfulness and energy. Mindfulness makes the mind bright, while energy powers the mind to do incredible things. Wh…
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Dec 29, 2022
Buddhism and Science | Ajahn Brahm
Buddhism and science can be balanced and used for good in our lives. Dogmatism leads to suffering, especially when it prevents you from seeing reality. Buddhism and science are complementary and interdependent, and are growing in popularity due to their combined successes in solving problems. Buddhism teaches that one must check experience against theories in order to determine whether something is true or not. It also teaches that there is no "self" or soul, and that the mind is responsible for our happiness and suffering.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 19th October 2001. It has now been remastered and published by the Everyday Dhamma Network, and will be of interest to his many fans.
You can find the transcription and other related information on the Ajahn Brahm Podcast website.
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…
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Dec 28, 2022
Humility | Ajahn Brahm
Sometimes pain and suffering are an opportunity for us to grow and learn. When you criticize yourself, you inhibit your ability to succeed. Praise uplifts people and has a positive effect on relationships. The power of precepts lie in the fact that when we are guided by them, the mind moves in the direction of truth and calmness. Charles Martin spoke on the topic of humility and how it can be attained. He discussed the importance of virtuous conduct and how samatha (tranquility) can also be a contributing factor.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 12th October 2001. It has now been remastered and published by the Everyday Dhamma Network, and will be of interest to his many fans.
You can find the transcription and other related information on the Ajahn Brahm Podcast website.
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…
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Dec 26, 2022
Buddhist Approach to World Conflict | Ajahn Brahm
Conflicts come from a sense of injustice and injustice comes from a sense of karma. Start learning to accept life as it is and not what we want it to be. The law of karma tells us that we always get what we deserve, which often results in feelings of injustice. When we take control of our destiny, these feelings of injustice dissipate. There is karmic rebound in the form of regret and guilt, which can lead to even more disharmony and anger. We learn from our mistakes and try not to punish ourselves. Focusing on the faults of others can lead to conflict, but focusing on our own faults can also lead to conflict. We should try to focus on the good in others and ourselves to create a more peaceful world.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 5th October 2001. It has now been remastered and published by the Everyday Dhamma Network, and will be of interest to his many fans.
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Dec 25, 2022
What is love? | Ajahn Brahm
The first type of love we hear all about in our culture is romantic love, which involves an infatuation with one person. The second type of love is a detached love which is greater because it allows you to be at peace with separation, with death and with all the bad things that life can bring. In the loving-kindness meditation, you open the door to the present moment, to silence, and to the emptiness that allows you to connect with everything. It's a love which is happy to let the other person go. Buddhist love is a type of love that relieves people from suffering. It is a type of love that is selfless and detached. It is a type of love that grows over time. What is love at a Buddhist Perspective? Love is often misunderstood and mistrusted. It can be a very dangerous thing when it's based on ownership or attachment. In Buddhism, love is based on the simple principle of wanting someone to be happy. And the third type of love is the power of emptiness, the power of nothing. This is why a…
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Dec 20, 2022
Rebirth | Ajahn Brahm
Rebirth is a very useful way to review our life, to reflect on our relationships, and to gain perspective on what is important. This talk is about how deep, beautiful meditation can reveal the truth of things, and also how deep, beautiful meditation can be fun. Rebirth is a reality which can be found out for yourself through the practice of meditation. Ordinary memory is unreliable, real memory through meditation is true. Regarding rebirth, we gain a solid ground for being good and responsible, and take long term perspective on the trials and tribulations of one life in comparison to the trials and tribulations of one year in school or one year in the office.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 13th July 2001. It has now been remastered and published by the Everyday Dhamma Network, and will be of interest to his many fans.
You can find the transcription and other related information on the Ajahn Brahm Podcast website.
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Dec 15, 2022
Renunciation | Ajahn Brahm
When we let go of things, we find freedom and happiness. Renouncing simplifies life and makes more time for things that are important. Renouncing things brings joy, understanding, and freedom. In order to live a simple life and achieve enlightenment, Buddhist traditions emphasize the need for renunciation. Meditation is a practice that can help you deal with your emotions, renounce your attachments to your body, and experience peace and freedom before death. Becoming a monk or nun freed you from your desires, allows you to connect with people more easily, and give you a sense of inner peace and strength.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 6th July 2001. It has now been remastered and published by the Everyday Dhamma Network, and will be of interest to his many fans.
You can find the transcription and other related information on the Ajahn Brahm Podcast website.
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Dec 12, 2022
What to do with suffering? | Ajahn Brahm
Happiness is the gap between two moments of suffering. Suffering is the gap between two moments of happiness. How do you deal with suffering in life? Accept it and learn from it. Suffering is part of life, but it's also an opportunity to learn and grow. When someone says something we don't like, don't carry it around being crazy. Let go. Suffering happens. It's in the world, but it will pass. Sit down and have a cup of tea to keep your energies ready for when things change.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 29th June 2001. It has now been remastered and published by the Everyday Dhamma Network, and will be of interest to his many fans.
You can find the transcription and other related information on the Ajahn Brahm Podcast website.
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 thei…
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Dec 3, 2022
Why is Buddhism Growing? | Ajahn Brahm
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 hi…
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Nov 26, 2022
Conflict Resolution | Ajahn Brahm
Conflict can arises from memory being uncertain. Arguments can break up relationships, friendships and cause suffering. When we argue, we often forget that what's important is living in harmony together. Chicken or duck? What's important is the friendship and harmony and love and care and the working together. Arguments can be helpful to have in our lives in order to understand each other better, but when they turn into fights, they're not constructive. Spiritual practice means pointing out that it's more important to focus on loving kindness and peace.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 8th June 2001. It has now been remastered and published by the Everyday Dhamma Network, and will be of interest to his many fans.
You can find the transcription and other related information on the Ajahn Brahm Podcast website.
These talks by Ajahn Brahm have been recorded and made available for free distribution by the Buddhist Society of Western Australia. You can sup…
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Nov 22, 2022
Contentment | Ajahn Brahm
Meditation teaches you how to be still and to get more energy. Contentment is knowing that you've done all that you need to do and that you can now rest. Contentment is the highest wealth, and learning to be content every now and again is a way to reach peace in your life. When you get close to a beautiful breath, you can actually do nothing to it. It becomes effortless. You can relax and allow the beautiful breath to happen. If you're trying hard to meditate, you're not doing it right. All you need to do is be content, and the breath will come all by itself.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 20th October 2001. It has now been remastered and will be of interest to his many fans.
You can find the transcription and other related information on the Ajahn Brahm Podcast website.
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…
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Nov 21, 2022
Who Am I? | Ajahn Brahm
The five aggregates is a Buddhist teaching on the nature of mind which points out that there is nothing substantial to consciousness or our self-view. Understanding this is key to freedom. In this talk, I'm going to talk about the five aggregates: body, mind, feeling, perception, and mental formations. When you realize that you are not your body, things start to get simple. As far as worrying about your appearance, old age, sickness, and death, these things don't matter because you know you are not this body. You're just a mind. The six senses are beauty and ugliness, pleasure and pain, praise and blame, nice sounds and rotten sounds, and mind happiness and mind suffering. These are all inseparable, and you cannot have just one without the other.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 27th April 2001. It has now been remastered and will be of interest to his many fans.
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Nov 20, 2022
Faith | Ajahn Brahm
Having faith in the practice will help you to relax in meditation When you have faith in the goodness of another person, you can forgive them. Faith is trust and confidence in something, leading to a sense of security and comfort. It's one of the symptoms of our modern age that people have faith in very little. Develop a strong confidence in yourself and your ability to succeed. This will lead to increased energy and focus, which will help you achieve any goal.
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This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 30th April 1999. It has now been remastered but the quality is still a bit scratchy. But the content is classic Ajahn Brahm and will be of interest to his many fans.
You can find the transcription and other related information on the Ajahn Brahm Podcast website.
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…
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Nov 13, 2022
The Four Noble Truths | Ajahn Brahm
Life can be full of pain and sadness, but understanding the cause of these things can help you to cope better. The Four Noble Truths teach us about the causes of suffering, the way to end it, and how to get out of it. If you want to achieve enlightenment, follow the path of the Noble Eightfold Path. Suffering is a result of misunderstanding life, expecting things in life to be different than they are. When something difficult happens in life, we may feel lost, helpless, and unsuccessful. However, by understanding and experiencing life, we can learn to reality and accept it. The third noble truth is that we can be content and blissful in meditation and therein find the end of suffering. The path to the end of suffering is being a good person and understanding impermanence.
This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 3rd July 1998. It has now been remastered but the quality is still a bit scratchy. But the content is classic Ajahn Brahm and will be of interest to his ma…
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Nov 4, 2022
The Nature Of Enlightenment | Ajahn Brahm
Ajahn Brahm talks about what Enlightenment is not, and what it really is.
This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 27th March 1998. It has now been remastered but the quality is still a bit scratchy. But the content is classic Ajahn Brahm 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.
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Oct 29, 2022
The Four Efforts | Ajahn Brahm
Right effort leads to happiness, harmony, peace, and eventually enlightenment. I think we can all respect Buddha, who has helped many people through his teachings. Meditation allows us to see that some of our inner unholy qualities are not conducive to our happiness. We have to work on abolishing them with the help of will and energy. Much of our intelligence can be put to better use if we use it to wisely overcome our difficulties in life. Saying no to temptation is a very important skill to master.
Mindfulness is about seeing what is happening in the present moment and choosing whether or not to do something based on that. It's about having control over your behavior and being able to do things mindfully, without being a creature of habit. The first things we have to do in order to try and achieve peace, happiness, and enlightenment, is to know the difference between what is a good and wholesome state, and what is an unwholesome state. We then have to put forth effort and energy to…
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Oct 28, 2022
The Dhamma of Impermanence | Ajahn Brahm
Understanding impermanence will lessen our suffering in this life. Teaching on the three characteristics of impermanence, suffering, and the lack of a soul inside the elements can enlighten us and help us overcome any problems in our lives. Impermanence is an important part of the Buddhist teachings on peace. It teaches us that everything in life changes, and that we should accept these changes with peace. Impermanence is a reality which affects everything. Understanding this can help us to approach life with a more peaceful, accepting attitude. Impermanence is a law of nature. Accepting impermanence can help one learn how to live a peaceful life. It is also important to accept impermanence in the inside world, where many people can struggle with it. The thoughts that occupy our minds are always in flux and cannot be relied on, whether good or bad. Engaging with them in a non-judgmental way allows us to learn to flow with them. When we cling to our thoughts and ideas, we suffer.
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Oct 9, 2022
The Five Aggregates of Being - by Ajahn Brahm
The five aggregates (khandas) are empty, and so is a self or being. There is no self, nothing to cling to, and there is freedom is knowing this. Impermanence, emptiness, is the basis for Buddhist understanding. Perception is the process of organizing and understanding experiences. It's based on past experience, and it's constantly changing. Our perceptions are arbitrary and can change based on what we experience. However, our goals, aspirations, and views can also be based on our perceptions. When we understand consciousness to mean that the mind is active, everything in the world has to have the five characteristics of change.
This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 28th January 1994. It has now been remastered but the quality is still a bit scratchy. But the content is classic Ajahn Brahm and will be of interest to his many fans.
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Oct 9, 2022
How to see the beauty of concrete - by Ajahn Brahm
Take time for yourself, relax and gain insights from nature. Calm and insight lead to great power and clarity in the mind. Meditation clears the mind and makes it powerful, which allows us to understand questions and difficulties in our life more clearly. Buddhism is a practical philosophy which offers answers to big questions about existence and happiness, and teaches methods for achieving these things. In order to develop understanding, we need calm. Without insight, we have no understanding about concrete, about pink roof batts, or about life. We need to stop and look at things with care. This is the practice of meditation.
In this dhamma talk Ajahn Brahm shares his personal story about how deep, peaceful meditation caused him to naturally see the beauty in a plain piece of concrete.
This dhamma talk was originally recorded on cassette tape on 7th January 1994. It has now been remastered but the quality is still a bit scratchy. But the content is classic Ajahn Brahm and will…
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Oct 9, 2022
Concentrating the Mind - by Ajahn Brahm
Criticism and anger need to be balanced with acceptance and love. Fault finding mentality is a habitual mind mode that's usually focused on finding mistakes. It's not wise because it can become an obstacle to developing our mind in meditation. When we try to be positive and build up a sense of appreciation, it's easier to receive other people's love and happiness. When we're in a state of complaining, we lose all sense of peace, of calm, in this is life. When you speak, always use words that find solutions and balance.When you use words of appreciation, your internal emotional world changes and the harmony between people improves. Anger is like an anger eating demon. If you let it eat away at you, it will get worse. Instead, practice acceptance, which will lead to loving kindness and eventually, peace. This talk is all about emotional preparation before beginning samadhi practice, meditation practice, and insight practice. Things like developing a warm heart, being grateful, and workin…
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Oct 9, 2022
Developing the Heart - by Ajahn Brahm
Ajahn Brahm gives a talk about how to develop the heart through spiritual practice.
This remastered talk was first given on 2nd April 1993. It was originally recorded on tape cassette, and whilst it has been remastered, the quality is still a bit scratchy. But for fans of Ajahn Brahm, this is still a gem from his early years of teaching.
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.
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