Tag: attachment

Bhante and me

What’s the difference between Bhante Sujatha and me? Well, in one sense, there is no difference between us. We are both human beings and both are experiencing this life. But I also see there are some huge differences between us.…

The Five Aggregates

For so many years now, I have tried to gain a grasp on understanding the reality of no self (anatta). My “faith” in the dhamma has always had me mostly convinced of this, but just as the Buddha taught, it…

Elimination of deep depression

I see depression as somewhat of an epidemic in today’s society. I have witnessed it in all of my Family members from time to time, and certainly with myself on many occasions. Certainly many of our friends are currently dealing…

Letting go of everything

Can you imagine, letting go of everything in your life? Monks do this when they become Monks, they let go of everything including their Family. The thought of this is almost mind boggling to me. And imagine right now as…

The future?

How can I be sure of anything? What will this day bring, what will the future hold? Have you ever gotten up in the morning and felt like it was really going to be a good day? Conversely, have you…