Handful of Leaves

22/01/2024

Gentle reminder for the 'peace seeker' ✨🍃

19/01/2024

😭 Feeling the pain of the GST increase?

🥗 We found 12 affordable vegetarian cafes to check out nationwide!

ps: 3 of them related/tucked away in a Buddhist centre

Read now 👉 https://handfulofleaves.life/12-must-try-affordable-vegetarian-vegan-restaurants-for-veganuary-singapore/

Uncover Singapore's affordable vegetarian and vegan cuisine, with a curated list of 12 must-try spots for plant-based food lovers.

17/01/2024

💔 After a relationship ends, it can be hard to move on.

Lydia shares about dealing with the want to reconnect, the painful process, and her return to singlehood.

"Post break up I was trying to act as if nothing happened. I was trying to continue my work and Dhamma commitments as much as possible, but it was a huge mistake."

Read more 👉 (link in bio)

17/01/2024

💔 After a relationship ends, it can be hard to move on.

Lydia shares about dealing with the want to reconnect, the painful process, and her return to singlehood.

"Post break up I was trying to act as if nothing happened. I was trying to continue my work and Dhamma commitments as much as possible, but it was a huge mistake."

Read more 👉 https://handfulofleaves.life/breakups-suck-heres-how-the-dhamma-and-loved-ones-helped-me-through-it/

Lydia shares her cycles of emotions when going through a breakup and how she eventually bounce back with the support of loved ones, healthy distractions, and deep realizations.

15/01/2024

Gentle reminder to be here ☺️
Have an amazing week ahead!

08/01/2024

Happy monday! Have a great week ahead :)

03/01/2024

💫 What is the meaning of life?

Everything that we “value”, our hopes and dreams, achievements and accolades will end.

Explore the essence of a meaningful life with Buddhist Scholar Sylvia Bay.

Read now 👉 https://handfulofleaves.life/the-simple-pursuit-of-a-meaningful-life/

The day that we lie dying, would we say that we have lived well? Explore the essence of a meaningful life with Buddhist Scholar Sylvia Bay

01/01/2024

Embrace each day with a heart full of goodness ✨

Happy New Year 2024! Have a fruitful year ahead~

29/12/2023

📱🧐 Always scrolling whenever there is nothing to do?

✨ Check out how a one-day meditation retreat started my journey in reclaiming control of my digital daddiction.

"..even amidst the chaos of life, there's room for tranquility."

Read the full experience 👉 https://handfulofleaves.life/dhamma-digital-detox-how-a-one-day-retreat-made-me-rethink-my-relationship-with-media/

Digital Detox: Unveiling the path to mental well-being through a one-day retreat and the power of mindfulness in the digital age

25/12/2023

Love is not just the intention to love, but the capacity to reduce suffering, and offer peace and happiness.

Let us celebrate this festive season by radiating loving kindness to ourselves, and to others ❤️

Have a joyful year-end holiday! ☃️🎄🎁

20/12/2023

✨ Dhamma at work: Asking for a promotion with clarity and compassion.

"We might reframe this one-time performance review as a single check-point in our broader career journey. It is not the final destination, nor a permanent verdict."

Sharon, a career coach, shares more 👉 https://handfulofleaves.life/decoding-year-end-reviews-a-buddhist-approach-to-career-pit-stops/

What Should You Cover in Year-End Reviews? Enhance your skills with the SBI framework infused with Dhamma wisdom. Deliver feedback and resolve differences mindfully at the workplace.

18/12/2023

to keep you in a wholesome mental state 😃

Have a great week ahead!

15/12/2023

🙊 Is Guan Yin still relevant? The recent Guan Yin Musical challenges us to think deeper.

Guan Yin's lessons for a kinder world – open hearts and skillful means.

Check out Ying Cong's reflections 👉 https://handfulofleaves.life/can-guan-yin-still-protect-us-in-todays-world/

Guan Yin’s teaching in a crazy world. The Guan Yin musical encourages us to rethink the compassion. Ying Cong explores deeper for a kinder world.

13/12/2023

👻 Fear is a strong human instinct and is a healthy natural state for survival.

😱 However, in our society, corporations have created an unnatural psychological fear in our pursuit of profits.

‘McMindfulness’ is a term for describing commercial mindfulness divorced from its Buddhist roots.

You are missing a key ingredient of mindfulness if you are using the practice as another tool to get rid of unpleasant feelings such as fear.

Here's why 👉 https://handfulofleaves.life/are-you-missing-these-mindfulness-ingredients-when-dealing-with-fear/

Overcome fear with mindfulness. Explore techniques to befriend, understand, and coexist with your emotions. Embrace a transformative journey.

11/12/2023

Good morning! A reminder to kick-off your day ☺️✨ Guard your mind for a happier week ❤️

09/12/2023

What are the Buddhist observance days and holidays?

Why observe holy days?

How does it help with our spiritual practice?

Read this comprehensive guide to find out! 👉
bit.ly/hol-observance-guide

08/12/2023

📆✨ Deepen your spiritual practice with our Digital Buddhist Calendar 2024!

🧘‍♂️ Renew your aspirations bi-weekly,
🌟 Gain bite-sized wisdom,
🎓 Learn more about Buddhism.

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✅ Or gift a recommended amount of SGD 2.50 to support our efforts to spread practical Buddhist wisdom for a happier life. 🙏

Click here for more 👉 https://handfulofleaves.life/buddhist-calendar-singapore-2024/

#2024

04/12/2023

A short reminder from dhammapada~

Have a good week ahead! ✨

01/12/2023

🤩 Modernisation of altars. Would you add a Buddhist altar to your new home?

💡 Discover how Donaven is transforming altars in contemporary living spaces.

🔍 His mission? To build a bridge between the past and today through design, and making deities in Taoism and Buddhism relatable to the younger generation.

Read his story here 👉 https://handfulofleaves.life/reviving-tradition-modernising-guan-yin-to-bridge-generational-gaps/

Are Buddhist altars a relic of the past or a modern tradition? Discover how Donaven is transforming altars in contemporary living spaces and creating a modern look for Kwan Yin! Read his story here

30/11/2023

Well, Hello and welcome to the 80% of you who discovered our podcast this year! ☺️

Thank you to all of you who not only enjoyed our content, but also took a step further to show your support by rating, sharing and interacting with us!

We hope to continue to produce content that is helpful to your daily life and tackle all the taboo subjects you always wanted to hear in the Buddhist context.

Comment 👇👇 any topics that you'd like to hear more of!

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29/11/2023

⏸ When is the last time you paused?

Ro shares the benefit of pausing and how to make it actionable in day to day life!

read now 👉 https://handfulofleaves.life/pause-to-succeed-ways-to-harness-the-valuable-skill-of-pausing/

When is the last time you paused? Ro shares the benefit of pausing and how to make it actionable in day to day life!

27/11/2023

Happy Monday! A gentle reminder for your week ahead :)

*this piece is a selected work done by ke hui (.t33) from the volunteer design crash course ☺️

24/11/2023

🧐 Thinking of December holidays?

Why not try a templestay and discover your inner 'self'. Kyle shares his journey of meditating in one of Korea's famous temple!

Explore now 👉 https://handfulofleaves.life/beyond-ordinary-travel-dive-into-korean-buddhism-with-a-temple-stay/

Experience the beauty of Korean Buddhism with a Temple stay. Discover ancient temples, practice meditation, and embark on a meaningful journey of self-reflection and growth

22/11/2023

😳 Feeling that the world takes you for granted all the time? How can we differentiate between kindness and people pleasing?

Dive in more into the wisdom of a certified coach and a wise monk.

Two stories today:
1. Are you being kind or a people pleaser
2. Hissing but not biting

Read now 👉 https://handfulofleaves.life/ww-%f0%9f%8c%9d-are-you-being-kind-or-a-people-pleaser-discover-more/

Reclaiming Kindness: Balancing Others' Needs & Self-Respect. How can we differentiate between kindness and people pleasing? Dive in more

21/11/2023

Ever wondered about the soothing voice behind “The Chant of Metta” or “Heart Sutra” often heard at Buddhist events?

🎵 In this episode, we get up close and personal for the first time with Imee Ooi Imee Ooi 黄慧音 , the talent behind many well-known and internationally acclaimed Buddhist songs. Discover how her soundscapes of serenity have opened Dhamma doors for people across borders and cultures!
🕊️ Gain insights from her journey and mission as a full-time Buddhist musician and a devoted Dhamma practitioner.

https://bit.ly/hol-ep-38

20/11/2023

Good Monday to you! 😊

May you have a mindful week ahead and not get lost in the stories you make about situations. May you experience peace! 😌🙏

17/11/2023

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Inspired by Imee Ooi's music? Share the joy and serenity through your very own music cover for a chance to be featured!

How to Join the Cover Challenge:
1. 🎵 Choose your favourite Imee Ooi masterpiece
2. 🎥 Pour your heart into a cover (Any length) – vocals, instruments, or both!
3. 🌟 Share it as an IG reel using and tag us
4. 🤝 Invite your friends to join this musical journey

Let's create a symphony of Imee Ooi covers that echoes through hearts far and wide! 🌈🎶