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Hey there, fellow students! Feeling the exam stress piling up? We totally get it. Late-night study sessions, the constant race against the clock – it can be tough...

Parents serve as the first teachers, imparting essential values, morals, and social skills that form the bedrock of a child's character. The emotional support and guidance parents offer create a secure and nurturing environment, fostering a sense of belonging and self-worth in their children...

In a world inundated with individual pursuits, the gentle whispers of compassion find a profound echo in volunteerism – an embodiment of selfless giving and service, weaving seamlessly into the tapestry of what it means to live meaningfully...

As the dazzling lanterns light up the landscape and the vibrant energy of Lunar New Year sweeps in, it's not just about lively parades and sumptuous feasts...

Generosity - a noun that refers to the quality of being kind and giving more of something than is necessary or expected. It’s about giving without expecting something in return and receiving help with an open heart...

Valentine’s Day – a day dedicated to celebrating love, when the sweet scent of romance fills the air. From candlelit dinners to bouquets of red roses, it inspires us to express our love to the ones we love...

In this modern society where most of us are chasing after a wealthy life, a profound opportunity lies before us: we can turn our financial success into something more meaningful and enduring...

"Letting go is fearless. Then, moving on and being alright, that’s fearless too.”  - Taylor Swift. It's human nature to attach ourselves to people, things, ideas, and circumstances that give us security and comfort. But what if we cannot let go of these attachments?

In a world often filled with stress, conflict, and uncertainty, the practice of loving kindness, or metta in Pali, offers a profound way to cultivate inner peace, compassion, and joy...

It’s been said that parenting is the world’s hardest job, but GOOD parenting is even harder. However, as challenging as parenting can be, the reward is equally sweet and fulfilling...

Every year, around early April, the roads leading to Buddhist temples, Chinese cemeteries and columbaria in Singapore bustle with life...

During the Qing Ming season, while we remember our departed loved ones and pray for all sentient beings to have a good rebirth, we are also reminded of our own mortality...

We have heard many times in our lives, “Be patient” when we want something, but what does it mean? Is it to bite our teeth and bear it or to control our feelings?

Today’s society faces various mental health problems, with depression and anxiety becoming more common. Depression is the experiencing of profound feelings such as despair, hopelessness and emptiness, making it hard to do everyday things...

"Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive." - Dalai Lama. In Buddhist teachings, the thread of compassion runs deep, emphasising the importance of interconnectedness and kindness towards all beings...

Embarking on a pilgrimage in Buddhism isn't merely a physical journey; it's a profound inner exploration fuelled by intentions of awakening and self-discovery...

Emotional support is crucial to caring for our loved ones, especially during challenging times. It can be expressed verbally or through actions such as giving a hug...

Job hunting is not just about immediate loss of income concerns; it can also be emotionally and mentally draining. The long and arduous process of job hunting in a highly competitive labour market...

"In the view of pure perception, everything is pure. In the view of impure perception, everything is impure." – Guru Rinpoche. Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava or Lotus-Born Guru, is a revered figure in Tibetan Buddhism, and often referred to as the Second Buddha...

Inside Out 2 is a heartwarming and insightful movie about a girl going through puberty. She must face new emotions like anxiety, envy, embarrassment, and boredom. Similarly, all of us has most likely gone through a growing-up phase at some point in our lives...