Free, open Buddha Dhamma flows at the Oxford Buddhist Vihara

By Kooi F. Lim, the Buddhist Channel, 30 March 2024

Oxford City, UK -- As the cold wind and heavy drizzle wrapped and blanketed the vicinity of this Oxford based Theravada Buddhist centre, the blighted weather reminded us of the three characteristics of England: cold, rain and uncertainty.

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How to Live Without the Whims of Gain and Loss

by The Limster, The Buddhist Channel, 4 March 2023

A reflection on the Buddhist teachings of the "Eight Winds" *

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -- Are you tired of the relentless pursuit of gain and the constant fear of loss? Do you find yourself caught in the never-ending cycle of desire and aversion, always craving more and fearing what might be taken away?

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Richer Communication by Nurturing Engaged Listening

by Bodhi Mandala, The Buddhist Channel, 21 January 2024

How does mindfulness nurture the development of engaged listening ?
New Delhi, India
-- Mindfulness and engaged listening or "active listening" share a deep connection. Cultivating mindfulness brings us into the present moment, including full attention to the speaker. This heightened awareness enables us to receive without judgment and without immediate response formulation, the core of attentive reception.

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Mindful Eating to Nourish Body and Mind

by Prof Dr. Poh Bee Koon, The Buddhist Channel, 1 Jan 2024

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -- In Buddhist teachings, eating is not just a simple daily task. It is a practice that involves mindfulness, gratitude, and compassion. When we reflect on food, we are not just thinking about the taste. We also take into consideration the whole network of life that brings these foods to our table. This network essentially keeps us alive.

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Neuroimaging Study Reveals Buddhist Meditation's Impact on External Distractions

The Buddhist Channel, 8 September 2023

Moscow, Russia -- In a recent report published in the International Journal of Psychophysiology, traditional Buddhist meditation practices have been found to diminish attention towards external stimuli. The study titled "Traditional Buddhist Meditations Reduce Mismatch Negativity in Experienced Monk-Practitioners" was conducted by a team of fifteen researchers led by Sviatoslav V. Medvedev, a professor at the Institute of the Human Brain, Russian Academy of Sciences in Moscow, Russia.

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