Fake or Real Buddhism | 2023

Fake or Real Buddhism | 2023

Ajahn Brahmali discusses how to distinguish authentic Buddhist teachings from those that may be misrepresentations, diluted, or adapted in ways that stray from the original Dhamma. He mentions that real Dhamma teachings should lead to peace, renunciation, contentment, and letting go. These teachings emphasize non-attachment, simplicity, morality, and wisdom. If a teaching supports ego, acquisition, or sensual indulgence, it’s likely inauthentic. Recorded 2023-04-30 - This talk by Ajahn Brahmali was recorded and made available for free distribution by the Buddhist Society of Victoria under the Creative Commons [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/] license. ⁠You can support the Buddhist Society of Victoria by joining their Patreon.⁠ [https://www.patreon.com/BSV]

Buddhism and Identity Politics | 2023

Identity politics often revolves around the idea that people have fixed identities defined by their race, gender, religion, socio-economic standing, etc. This understanding can sometimes lead to social division and animosity. From a Buddhist point of view, however, it is a mistake. People are ever-changing, especially when one takes account of rebirth. True social harmony and brotherhood emerges from seeing identity as an ever-evolving construct without real essence. Recorded 2023-09-03 - This talk by Ajahn Brahmali was recorded and made available for free distribution by the Buddhist Society of Western Australia (BWSA) under the ⁠Creative Commons⁠ [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/] license. ⁠You can support the Buddhist Society of Western Australia by pledging your support via their Ko-fi page.⁠ [https://ko-fi.com/thebuddhistsocietyofwa]

Recognising Mental States and What to Do | 2018

Ajahn Brahmali discusses how recognizing and skillfully responding to our mental states is central to Buddhist practice. The talk emphasizes the cultivation of wholesome states (rooted in kindness, clarity, contentment) and the reduction of unwholesome ones (based on greed, anger, delusion), forming the foundation for inner peace and spiritual growth. Recorded 2018-12-23 - This talk by Ajahn Brahmali was recorded and made available for free distribution by the Buddhist Society of Western Australia (BWSA) under the ⁠Creative Commons⁠ [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/] license. ⁠You can support the Buddhist Society of Western Australia by pledging your support via their Ko-fi page.⁠ [https://ko-fi.com/thebuddhistsocietyofwa]

Buddhist Perspective on Relationships | 2022

Ajahn Brahmali reminds us about the impermanent nature of relationships and teaches us how to have good relationships with others. Ajahn also explains the benefits of having positive relationships. Recorded 2022-11-18 - This talk by Ajahn Brahmali was recorded and made available for free distribution by the Buddhist Society of Western Australia (BWSA) under the ⁠Creative Commons⁠ [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/] license. ⁠You can support the Buddhist Society of Western Australia by pledging your support via their Ko-fi page.⁠ [https://ko-fi.com/thebuddhistsocietyofwa]

The Idea of Freedom | 2023

Ajahn Brahmali teaches us what real freedom is from the Buddha’s point of view. This kind of freedom isn’t about doing whatever one wants, but about being free from desire, attachments, and suffering. Ajahn Brahmali emphasizes that true freedom arises from discipline, renunciation, and mindfulness. Recorded 2023-04-14 - This talk by Ajahn Brahmali was recorded and made available for free distribution by the Buddhist Society of Western Australia (BWSA) under the ⁠Creative Commons⁠ [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/] license. ⁠You can support the Buddhist Society of Western Australia by pledging your support via their Ko-fi page.⁠ [https://ko-fi.com/thebuddhistsocietyofwa]