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The Only Thing to Hate is “HATE” Itself
May all beings be happy and well.May no harm or difficulties come to them.May they live in peace and harmony. —Gautama Buddha, Mettā Sutta, the Loving-Kindness Sutra Let’s put our hands together, bow our heads, and reflect for a moment on the lives lost, the anguish of the loved ones left behind, and the fear…
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Mahalo, Aunty A for Teaching Me the Vīrya Pāramitā !
—The Pāramitā Perfection of Vīrya: Energy, Diligence, Vigor, and Sustained Effort— Visiting kupuna elders and temple sangha friends in the hospital, hospice, and home at the end of life is stressful yet profoundly meaningful. End-of-life can stretch out over weeks, months, and years but sometimes, end-of-life comes swiftly, suddenly, or unexpectedly. In February 2025, my…
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