Dhammarato Dhamma

Aloshan asks for guidance in treating the tension in his chest which Dhammarato compares to a "hole, emptiness, or feeling of longing for permanency". Aloshan is given a practical exercise of long deep healing breaths which loosen up the adrenaline built-up, in combination with a visualization technique which allows him to "be curious and playful" with this sensation. See the video version of this...

Dhammarato circles around the word "assertiveness" in regard to the Dhamma when Debbie raises a question about being Noble. During the wide ranged conversation, the participants of this weekly call touch upon such subjects as synchronicity, attaining the first jhana, guidelines for ordination to become a monk, learning from failures by becoming curious instead of staying doubtful, and ways of hand...

Keyshawn and Dhammarato discuss several items: mistakes as learning opportunities, video games as a way to develop Sati, spiritual path's tipping point, and a little bit about practicing wakefulness throughout life.  See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sjfo_2IMsOw Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTub...

Dhammarato and Eno cover a bunch of topics ranging from the development of AI, philosophy around ethical issues involving the AI, creation of "what-ifs", and the want to fix the world that "ain't broken" . Dhammarato teaches to use Sati - close investigation - to see the reality as is vs following the propaganda.  See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube....

Anna shares her anxiety over a recent shooting in Russia at the University she attends. Admitting to harboring the guilt of being lucky, she opens another door in the process of self-discovery with the help of Dhammarato. He explains how thinking about fearful moments and being compassionate with the victims of the event are ways to practice Dukkha. Instead, telling yourself that you are safe and...

Dhammarato and Joni talk about Joni doing a Goenka retreat. Dhammarato calls this type of a retreat "a boot camp of Buddhism". He gives some tips on how to handle the mind during the retreat without losing it. See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tgq-RANCme0 Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - htt...

Dhammarato compares philosophy and the dhamma, examining how the subjects have evolved over time. See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0I5qsbj_QA Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha calls, everyone is welcome! ►The Sangha US - https://join....

Dhammarato explains Paticca Samuppada to Dhurv. See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_fsHDixGpo Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha calls, everyone is welcome! ►The Sangha US - https://join.skype.com/uyYzUwJ3e3TO ►The Sangha UK - https://jo...

This insightful and uplifting conversation starts off with Zach's question about Nibbana. Dhammarato circles around this phenomenon touching upon a few topics, including wholesome/unwholesome thoughts, GREB, anger/denial of anger, Stoicism, the notion of Self, and even global warming. The central theme is held over the exploration of the immediate surroundings and recognition of Nibbana right here...

Dhamma Is All About Friendship, Friendship Is All About Trust See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4T7JVx9T15M Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha calls, everyone is welcome! ►The Sangha US - https://join.skype.com/uyYzUwJ3e3TO ►The Sangha U...

Keyshawn and Dhammarato are investigating further into the reality.  See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txNt4jqNQhs Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha calls, everyone is welcome! ►The Sangha US - https://join.skype.com/uyYzUwJ3e3TO ►The S...

Dhammarato and Anilu talk about thoughts of "what-if". See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yBgSU-KnCg Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha calls, everyone is welcome! ►The Sangha US - https://join.skype.com/uyYzUwJ3e3TO ►The Sangha UK - htt...

Dhammarato answers Anna's question about travel, talking about ignorance, doubt, and traveling. See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhNTudDv5WU Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha calls, everyone is welcome! ►The Sangha US - https://join.sk...

Dhammarato explains how to handle travel anxiety by being satisfied in the present moment. How to talk yourself into feeling good without criticism. He also dwells upon the difference between spreading joy by giving away smiles instead of money. In the end, the discussion touches upon retirement and giving up worldly pursuits. And, of course, a little sprinkle of humor around Covid and the planet...

Dhammarato welcomes Keyshawn back from his camping trip and talks about the importance of repetition, art, music, dancing, entertainment and selfishness. See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLWvcK72Buk Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha ca...

Dhammarato talks about how anapanasati meditation can help one overcome thoughts of death, depression, and anxiety. See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0qOX4qL-SQ Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha calls, everyone is welcome! ►The Sangha...

Monasticism Or Lay Life? It's Not A Black Or White Choice. See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jb24vSZkEtk Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha calls, everyone is welcome! ►The Sangha US - https://join.skype.com/uyYzUwJ3e3TO ►The Sangha UK -...

Dhammarato talks about Industrial Psychology, Philosophy, and Anapasati with Eno. See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IS_fUmNrcc Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha calls, everyone is welcome! ►The Sangha US - https://join.skype.com/uyYzUw...

Dhammarato and Christopher talk about anapanasati breathing. See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8efQ6wG5i60 Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha calls, everyone is welcome! ►The Sangha US - https://join.skype.com/uyYzUwJ3e3TO ►The Sangha UK...

Dhammarato talks about Psychiatry and its relation to the Dhamma. See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JX6dsNctgFo Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha calls, everyone is welcome! ►The Sangha US - https://join.skype.com/uyYzUwJ3e3TO ►The Sang...

Don't Strive, Enjoy! Dhammarato talks about a common delusional thought in the west. See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rlWNzntcawc Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha calls, everyone is welcome! ►The Sangha US - https://join.skype.com/uyY...

Dhammarato explains one of the powers that the Buddha talks about in MN 12: The Lions Roar—the power of great memory. This power is often mistranslated as the Buddha's ability to recollect of past lives, but when looked at in a non-magical way, it's a great teaching! See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypLKohX4vAA Find the full video chat...

Dhammarato and the UK Sangha talk about the Eightfold Noble Path. See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIDvtbyf8W8 Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha calls, everyone is welcome! ►The Sangha US - https://join.skype.com/uyYzUwJ3e3TO ►The Sang...

Dhammarato explains what bodily sankhara (aka muscle memory) is and provides examples of wise bodily sankhara during the third Sangha US meeting. See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UrTYPSENw-I Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly Sangha calls, eve...

Dhammarato answers Christopher's question, "what is it that should be paid attention to?" and also gives beginning instructions to the practice of anapanasati. See the video version of this call on YouTube. ►YouTube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z31fCdCNLe0 Find the full video chats on the Dhammarato Dhamma YouTube channel. ►YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DhammaratoDhamma Weekly San...