Ep 51: The Most Precious Commodity in Life ft. Sylvia Bay

In this episode, Cheryl and Sister Sylvia discuss practical ways to avoid critical judgment, cultivate compassion, and align our actions with the Dhamma for a more peaceful life. Some key takeaways include:

🧠 Understand why judgment is instinctual and how it stems from our survival mechanisms.

🧘 Learn how to be mindful of your feelings and reactions, turning judgment into compassion.

💭 Embrace the power of reflecting on impermanence to shift your perspective and reduce suffering.

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About the Speaker
Sylvia Bay has been dedicated to the study and practice of Buddha's teaching since 1992. She graduated with a B.A. (Hons) First Class, in Buddhist Studies, from the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka in 2000 and joined the teaching staff of the Buddhist and Pali College (Singapore) in 2001. Since 2002, Sylvia has also been a regular speaker on Buddhist doctrine, Buddhist history, and the practical application of the Buddha's teachings in daily life, at the invitation of various Buddhist organisations in Singapore. She published her first book in May 2014: the 1st volume of a 2-part series on the life of the Buddha which is titled, "Between The Lines: An Analytical Appreciation of Buddha's Life". Volume 2 was launched on Vesak day of year 2015. Sylvia also holds a B.Soc.Sci (Hons) from NUS and a Masters in International Public Policy (M.I.P.P) from School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), Johns Hopkins.

Transcript: ⁠https://bit.ly/hol-ep-51

Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(03:30) Perceiving vs. Judging
(09:20) Converting Judgment into Compassion
(13:45) Five Conditions for Character Change
(16:05) Becoming a Positive Example
(19:17) Material and Spiritual Success
(24:11) Five Precepts
(26:32) Mortality and Impermanence
(28:27) Kamma and Merits
(29:03) Conclusion

Special thanks to our sponsors:
Buddhist Youth Network, Lim Soon Kiat, Alvin Chan, Tan Key Seng, Soh Hwee Hoon, Geraldine Tay, Venerable You Guang, Wilson Ng, Diga, Joyce, Tan Jia Yee, Joanne, Suñña, Shuo Mei, Arif, Bernice, Wee Teck, Andrew Yam, Kan Rong Hui, Wei Li Quek, Shirley Shen, Ezra, Joanne Chan, Hsien Li Siaw, Gillian Ang, Wang Shiow Mei, Ong Chye Chye, Melvin, Yoke Kuen

Editor and transcriber of this episode:
Cheryl Cheah, Bernice Bay, Eng Yean Khai, Tan Si Jing

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