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✨NUS Buddhist Society Temple Tour: KMSPKS Temple✨

Feeling stressed from finals prep? Want to take a breather or indulge in a fun and relaxing event? Join us on our temple tour to Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery! Don’t miss this great opportunity to explore the architecture and sculptures of Mahayana Buddhism as well as gain deeper insights on how a monastery works πŸͺ·β˜ΈοΈ To end off the session, immerse yourself in a delightful tea appreciation session. Together, we'll explore the rich tapestry of various teas, each with its own unique story and health benefits.

Lunch is provided πŸ™πŸΌπŸ˜‹

πŸ—“οΈ Date: 16 November 2024, Saturday
⏳ Time: 10am-2.30pm
🌱 Location: 88 Bright Hill Rd, Singapore 574117

πŸ‘š Dress code: Comfortable casual
- No tank top/singlets 
- No mini skirt, at least knee length 
- Shirt with sleeves 
- Covered shoes 

Do fill up the google form below by 9th November (Saturday) if you’re interested to attend! ⬇️⬇️
https://forms.gle/RF2iVGQ7ELybXsVTA

do contact @fatt_yee or @iew_uoy for any queries
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🌈✨ Join us for a meaningful day of community, creativity, and mindfulness! NUS Buddhist Society (NUSBS) is excited to partner with Little Bodhi Student Care Centre (LBSCC) for a fun and enriching event!

πŸ“… Date: 3rd December 2024
πŸ•™ Time: 10am-4pm
πŸ“ Location: Little Bodhi Student Care Centre


Together, we’ll guide students in meditation practice, unleash their creativity through tote-bag painting, and enjoy fun games and ice-breakers. Let’s spread joy and create moments filled with smiles and giggles. πŸŒŸπŸ§˜β€β™€οΈπŸŽ¨

Interested in participating and making a positive impact? RSVP now to secure your spot and help us make little hearts glow!
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^Please try to sign up by this Saturday πŸ™πŸ™
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🌈✨ Join us for a meaningful day of community, creativity, and mindfulness! NUS Buddhist Society (NUSBS) is excited to partner with Little Bodhi Student Care Centre (LBSCC) for a fun and enriching event!

πŸ“… Date: 3rd December 2024
πŸ•™ Time: 10am-4pm
πŸ“ Location: Little Bodhi Student Care Centre


Together, we’ll guide students in meditation practice, unleash their creativity through tote-bag painting, and enjoy fun games and ice-breakers. Let’s spread joy and create moments filled with smiles and giggles. πŸŒŸπŸ§˜β€β™€οΈπŸŽ¨

Interested in participating and making a positive impact? RSVP now to secure your spot and help us make little hearts glow!
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🌿 As finals draw near, remember that true strength comes from within. With equanimity (upekkhā) and effort (viriya), victory is within reach. 🐒✨

To everyone taking exams, may you find the courage to push forward and never give up. You’ve got this! πŸ’ͺ

'Upekkhā ca viriyena, sabbaṁ vijayaṁ labhantu' – With calm and perseverance, may all achieve success. 🌸

NUS Buddhist Society (NUSBS) wishes you the best of luck and unwavering strength this exam season! πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈβœ¨
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🌈✨ Join us for a meaningful day of community, creativity, and mindfulness! NUS Buddhist Society (NUSBS) is excited to partner with Little Bodhi Student Care Centre (LBSCC) for a fun and enriching event!

πŸ“… Date: 3rd December 2024
πŸ•™ Time: 10am-4pm
πŸ“ Location: Little Bodhi Student Care Centre


Together, we’ll guide students in meditation practice, unleash their creativity through tote-bag painting, and enjoy fun games and ice-breakers. Let’s spread joy and create moments filled with smiles and giggles. πŸŒŸπŸ§˜β€β™€οΈπŸŽ¨

Interested in participating and making a positive impact? RSVP now to secure your spot and help us make little hearts glow!
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^please try and sign up by tonight if u can πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™
How often do you pause to appreciate the kindness that you’ve received from friends, strangers, and even your enemies?

Join us, together with Singapore Buddhist Mission on 14 December 2024, as Ven. Chodron shows us the power of the practice of gratitude that can support the cultivation of immeasurable love and compassion and lead to full awakening.

Topic: The Power of Gratitude Retreat

When: December 14, 10 am to 4 pm

Where: Coriander Room, NUS Shaw Foundation Alumni House, 11 Kent Ridge Drive, Singapore 119244
Hosted by: Singapore Buddhist Mission and NUS Buddhist Society

Kindly fill up this form to indicate your interest. Limited to first 20 respondents, first come first serve! So hurry sign up now!
πŸ“šβœ¨ Welcome Back to Semester 2!βœ¨πŸ“š

New semester, same usβ€”surviving assignments, chasing deadlines, and praying for good grades πŸ™ (literally, in some cases). But hey, why not sprinkle some mindfulness and good vibes into the chaos? 🌟

πŸ‘€What’s in store for you this semester?
- Weekly Dharma Talks: Because who doesn’t need some Buddha wisdom to keep calm (especially facing all the submissions and exams)
- Bonding Gatherings: Because sometimes, we all just need a chill hangout.
- Volunteering Opportunities and Special Events: Give back to the world and earn some good karma 🌈✨.

So come join us! Whether you’re here for the free food (we see you πŸ‘€) or the life wisdom, we’ve got something for everyone. Let’s survive the semester together, one mindful breath at a time. πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈπŸ΅

Stay tuned for event deets and updates here!
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✨ Begin the New Year with a mindful step forward! ✨

Join us for our Intro to Buddhism Class, where we’ll explore the teachings of wisdom, compassion, and mindfulness. πŸͺ· Let’s reflect, learn, and create meaningful New Year’s resolutions together to inspire growth and positivity for 2025. 🌱

The session will be held on Tuesday, 21st Jan | 7.15-9pm. Sign up via the RSVP link here.

Venue is at S16-03-04.

We hope to see you there!
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✨ TMBS Temple Tour ✨

Join us for an inspiring evening at The Mahaprajna Buddhist Society on 4th Feb 2025 (Tuesday), 6–9:30 PM! 🏯

Discover the meaning behind Mahaprajnaβ€”'Great Wisdom'β€”and how the temple blends practice and understanding in cultivation. Enjoy a serene meditation session and sit in on their class to learn more about their vision and purpose. 🌟

πŸ“ Location: The Mahaprajna Buddhist Society

Save the date and don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore and connect! πŸ•ŠοΈ
*RSVP link here - closes 2nd Feb (Sunday) 2359

For further queries, you can contact @fatt_yee or @iew_uoy on Telegram!
πŸŒ•βœ¨ Happy Lunar New Year from NUS Buddhist Society! βœ¨πŸŒ•

As we welcome the Year of the snake 🐍, let us embrace this season of renewal with wisdom and compassion. May your year ahead be filled with peace, happiness, and meaningful connections.

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyous and harmonious Lunar New Year! 🧧🍊
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✨ TMBS Temple Tour ✨

Join us for an inspiring evening at The Mahaprajna Buddhist Society on 4th Feb 2025 (Tuesday), 6–9:30 PM! 🏯

Discover the meaning behind Mahaprajnaβ€”'Great Wisdom'β€”and how the temple blends practice and understanding in cultivation. Enjoy a serene meditation session and sit in on their class to learn more about their vision and purpose. 🌟

πŸ“ Location: The Mahaprajna Buddhist Society

Save the date and don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore and connect! πŸ•ŠοΈ
*RSVP link here - closes 2nd Feb (Sunday) 2359

For further queries, you can contact @fatt_yee or @iew_uoy on Telegram!
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Forwarded from DAYWA Singapore
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
🌸 Good Friday Retreat in Batam: Application 🌸

We are excited to announce a meditation retreat in Batam during the Good Friday holiday, led by our beloved teacher duo, Sis Sylvia Bay and Bro Chye.

This retreat will focus on the fundamentals of the Buddhist path, offering a well-rounded and balanced approach to both theory πŸ“– (sutta) and meditation practice πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈπŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈ.

Retreat Details
β€’ Dates: Thu April 17th – Sun April 20th, 2025
β€’ Duration: 4D3N (half-day leave (PM) required on 17th Apr)
β€’ Estimated Cost: Between SGD $315 to $465, depending on rooming arrangements.

If you’re interested, please complete the registration form https://tinyurl.com/daywabatam2025 to express your interest and secure your spot!

We look forward to your participation in this enriching and rejuvenating experience. πŸ™

P.S. 50% of slots are filled
Week 5

🌟 Ever wondered how a prince became the Buddha? 🌿


From sitting under a Bodhi tree 🌳 to inspiring millions across the globe, Buddhism’s history is a story of wisdom, transformation, and adventure! πŸ•ŠοΈ

Discover the stories, philosophies, and cultures that have shaped one of the world’s most fascinating traditions! πŸ’‘

The session will be held on Tuesday,  11 February| 7.15-9pm. There will be no RSVP link for this week.

Venue is SEMINAR ROOM 1 UT22-02-04A. Do join our telegram channel for regular updates.

We hope to see you there!
🌟"Graceful Presence: Embodying Mindfulness Through Satipatthana" invites you to a serene journey into the practice of mindfulness meditation.

Explore the art of grounding yourself in the present moment, cultivating awareness with gentle focus, and discovering peace within.πŸ¦‹ This session is perfect for anyone seeking a calm, reflective space to deepen their practice. πŸ§˜πŸƒ

The session will be held on Tuesday,  18th February | 7.15-9pm.

Venue is SEMINAR ROOM 3 UT25-01-16. Do join our telegram channel for regular updates.

We hope to see you there!
✨ NUS Buddhist Society wishes you a mindful and peaceful exam season! ✨

"Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment." – The Buddha

As you prepare for your exams, take a deep breath and stay present. Trust in your efforts, approach each question with clarity, and remember that your worth is not defined by grades.

May you find calmness in your studies and wisdom in your answers. All the best! β˜˜οΈπŸ“š
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✨Discover the Path to Emotional Wellbeing✨

The gamut of emotions we experience in our daily life – be it uplifting or disturbing – are mental states. Why do we feel what we feel? Is it possible for us to be free from disturbing emotions such as stress, anxiety, fear, and anger? Learn the psychology of how these emotions arise and how we can manage our emotions to attain peace and happiness.🌸

The session will be held on Tuesday,  11th March| 7.15-9pm.

Venue is KHOO TECK QUEE & TAN PHEK WAN SEMINAR ROOM 8 UT22-02-03D. Do join our telegram channel for regular updates.

We hope to see you there!
✨Developing Wisdom for Inner Fulfilment ⚑️

Do you feel at times that there may be more to life and yearn for greater meaning? Do you feel lost when you’re beset with problems?πŸ₯Ί This sense of confusion and unease stem from viewing things in a way that does not tally with the reality. Deep fulfilment is experienced when we develop a mind of wisdom that can relate to the reality – people, situations and our emotions – with calmness, clarity and compassion. πŸ’ͺLearn how we can revolutionise our thinking and bring about the mental transformation for peace from within.πŸ’‘

The session will be held on Tuesday,  18th March| 7.15-9pm.

Venue is KHOO TECK QUEE & TAN PHEK WAN SEMINAR ROOM 8 UT22-02-03D. Do join our telegram channel for regular updates.

We hope to see you there!