In this episode, Bhante Sanāthāvihārī (creator of this podcast) speaks with Bhante Dr. Saranapala, the "Kindful Canada Monk," about his journey, his teachings, and his mission to spread mindfulness and kindness worldwide. You'll hear about:
- Bhante Saranapala’s path from ordaining in Bangladesh at age 10 to bringing the Dhamma to Canada and beyond
- How he employs kindfulness, a concept that blends mindfulness with kindness as a tool for emotional and psychological healing
- His global initiative, A Mindful and Kind Nation, and how he shares Dhamma with police officers, banks, and legal professionals
- Insights into the teachings of Bhante Punnaji, including fresh interpretations of Buddhist terms like dukkha ("difficult to handle") and satipaṭṭhāna ("placing attention within")
- The connection between Dhamma and modern psychology, and how Bhante Puññaji bridged Buddhist philosophy with Western therapeutic concepts
- Why personal transformation is the key to societal change, and how small daily acts of kindness can create a more harmonious world
- The power of humor and joy in spiritual practice, and how teachers like the Dalai Lama and Ajahn Brahm use laughter to uplift and inspire
Join us for a thoughtful and engaging conversation on the transformative power of Dhamma in everyday life!
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Bhante's Website: http://protobuddhism.com
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