Singapore QA December 2003 | Rosemary & Steve Knowledgebase

Singapore QA - Evening 3. December 2003

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Teacher
Day
Index
Question
Steve
1
1
Is it true that humans cannot be angry with Buddha, but humans can be angry with others?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.01
Written answer
- Anger
Steve
1
2
Is Buddhism only for male adults?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.02
Written answer
- Buddhism for everyone
Rosemary
1
3
I am overactive by nature, and will fall asleep after closing my eyes for a few minutes. How to adhere to my meditation practice if I have that problem?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.03
Written answer
Steve
1
4
To train one's mind to "beginningless." What does "beginningless" mean?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.04
Written answer
Steve
1
5
The forces of hindrances in our life are plenty. How do we get rid of these?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.05
Written answer
Steve
1
6
When we begin to understand that things are impermanent, does this make things less competitive and unwilling to take challenges in life?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.06
Written answer
Rosemary
1
7
What is wholesome Kamma and what is unwholesome Kamma? If we have past bad Kamma that is in our previous life, how do we lessen that in the present life?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.07
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Steve
1
8
I've been trying to meditate for a while now, but I haven't been able to concentrate. When I do, I don't in the state of meditation. I need to know it I'm doing it right.
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.08
Written answer
Rosemary
1
9
Does meditation reduce the production of stress hormones? Does it decrease blood pressure? Does it work to relieve stress?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.09
Written answer
Steve
1
10
When meditating, must I close my eyes?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.10
Written answer
- Balance
- Eyes
Steve
1
11
Can I change my crossing leg when I meditate?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.11
Written answer
Rosemary
1
12
During meditation we have to put our expectations aside and do not worry about doing it right, because every meditation is the valuable part of a larger process of spiritual unfolding. If this is right, what is the purpose or the importance of having a spiritual teacher be our guide?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.12
Written answer
- Teachers
Rosemary
1
13
In meditation, is there the same possibility of using too much energy? And is a dream journey and a meditation experience the same, or is meditation more passive?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.13
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Steve
1
14
How will we know when we have reached the full meditative state, what will it feel like?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.14
Written answer
Rosemary
1
15
How do we ensure we're on the right track? That we are doing it better and better or that we are making progress? Are there any landmarks on this journey?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.15
Written answer
- Ten Paramis
Steve
1
16
The definition of meditation is a consciously directing our attention to alter our state of consciousness.
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.16
Written answer
- Control
Rosemary
1
17
At times in meditation I experience this type of state that feels like sleep but it's not exactly sleep. What is it?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.17
Written answer
Steve
1
18
Sometimes I see vibrant colors, not knowing if it is a form of meditation.
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.18
Written answer
Steve
1
19
How does one get to know whether their meditation is right or wrong?
Ref: 2003.12.x.01.19
Written answer