Tag Archives: buddhist

Universe is the jewel that is my heart #happiness

Posted on June 16, 2018 by

So I am reading my first book by Ram Dass. And I loved this quote where he explains the meaning of the Om Mani Padme Hum mantra:

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How to start meditating today if you don’t know where to start #happiness

Posted on April 21, 2018 by

Reclining Buddha. Yuliya Glavnaya  At some point a while ago (it’s been years) I promised a post on what I learned in the introduction to meditation course at the London Buddhist Centre. I then wanted to try out the techniques … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter, happy spring, happy events

Posted on March 25, 2016 by

The spring is upon us, which means the end of winter hibernation and immediate surge in life energy. Procrastination remains an on-going battle, but projects abound, ‘success is trying’ and ‘prioritise change’ have become my new mantras. First event of … Continue reading →

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Stay calm and continue to procrastinate :) #happiness

Posted on March 5, 2016 by

I am totally procrastinating with my blog. At least I am spending this time usefully (huh?), or so I think. I watched another great documentary and am self coaching using The School of Life cards. The one I want to … Continue reading →

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Happiness in parenting – Buddhist view

Posted on January 31, 2016 by

Research on happiness of parents is mixed and on-going. Some studies show that new parents are as unhappy as after death of a loved one after they have kids. Some say parents are happy but just in a different way. … Continue reading →

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It’s not about happiness pursuit, it’s about being happy right here, right now

Posted on June 28, 2015 by

Guilty as charged. I often say that I am working on pursuing happiness. I am not. I am learning how to be happier. But also how to be happy right now. And this is the sole purpose of this blog. … Continue reading →

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How rich do you feel now? #happiness

Posted on May 24, 2015 by

I woke up. I exercised. I am finally feeling better after a vicious cold. It’s a long weekend here in the UK. I am listening to an album I found on iTunes yesterday, Soviet Central Asia Music (1930-1950). I found … Continue reading →

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