How to Practice the Buddhist Path While Living in Samsara

Mindah-Lee Kumar Uncategorized alcohol, becoming a monk, becoming a nun, becoming ordained, Buddhism, Buddhist, Buddhist path, Buddhist values, dhamma, Dharma, drugs, following the Buddha, intoxicants, samsara

As we incorporate the Buddha’s teachings into our lives many wonderful changes will start to happen: from experiencing greater calmness and peace in our mind, to feeling a greater connection and love for other beings.

But not all changes bring such a smooth transition. For instance, when we adopt Buddhist values of refraining from alcohol, or we find ourselves losing interest in other mundane activities, this can put a strain on certain social interactions. This video is in response to some questions I received about how to navigate these kinds of challenges.
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