"If there were a foolproof method, every fool would be awakened." Buddhist meditation is often marketed as a passive escape from stress, but the authentic path is a rigorous, pragmatic discipline. Drawing from the "Four Bases for Success," this article examines five counter-intuitive lessons that reframe meditation as a skillful effort. We explore the necessity of cultivating a strong, functional sense of self and the tactical use of "lesser evils" to navigate intense emotions. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or a curious beginner, these insights offer a strategic roadmap for anyone looking to move beyond simple bliss and toward genuine, lasting wisdom.
Event Report, BUBS Activities
John Lee
We are pleased to inform you that through your generosity, we have collected RM 29413.00 in our recent call for Kathina 2021 Donation.
BUBS will top up the donation to RM30,000.00 from our Sangha Dayaka Fund.
With this we are pleased to share that we will be disbursing RM10,000.00 to each of the 3 monasteries/temples listed below:
Sāsanārakkha Buddhist Sanctuary, Taiping Perak
Sri Jayanti Buddhist Temple, Sentul KL
Santi Forest Monastery, Ulu Tiram Johor
Anumodana to all our donors for your generous donation to support the Buddha Sasana. We could not have done it without your support.
Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu.
May the goodness arising from your kindness and generosity be the cause for the arising of favourable conditions that will support your practice.
Dhamma School
John Lee
For the continuous peace, safety and security of our students, we seek your cooperation to observe the following.
a. Running is strictly not allowed within the premise.
b. Parents are NOT allowed on the Mezzanine and 1st floor from 8.50 am to 10.30 am during Dhamma School session.
c. Parents who need to be around on these floors must seek permission from the class teacher or the Principal.
d. Please note that the official Dhamma School operation hours is from 8.45 am to 10.30 am for Pre-School to DS7 and from 8.45 am to 10.45 am for Teen Quest.
e. Parents are to meet their child/children on the Lower Ground (LG) Floor upon Dhamma School Session ends and not later than 11.15 am.
f. For your information, the Library on LG Floor is open until 12 noon and students are encouraged to stay in the Library while waiting for their parents.
g. For students who are attending SIG classes, please meet them on the Ground Floor lobby, outside Buddhacetiya Hall by 12.15 pm
h. Students are adviced not to wait outside the premise and compound.
i. Please inform your child/children NOT to walk out of UBV premise without your prior permission.
j. Should you or your child require assistance, please contact the respective class teacher or call Sis Poh Liew at 016-201 9268 or the Librarian in the Library.
Religious activities and announcements posted are strictly for non-Muslims only.