Short reflections and teachings from Venerable Pomnyun Sunim offering practical Buddhist wisdom for everyday life.

Happiness will not fall from the sky onto your path. When you focus on the present and do your best,...

Lower yourself in body and mind. Only then can you be free Illustration by Maseol

Enlightenment is not living according to your destiny; It is changing your destiny. Illustration by Maseol

It is okay to fail. Don’t be afraid to move forward just because it might result in some bruised feelings....

Be grateful you are alive and have a job. When you are content with your life, you become a special...

If your child suffers from a chronic disease, you can pray the following: “I’m grateful for this child. I’m thankful...

We only care about ourselves. Once we acknowledge this, our relationships become easier. Illustration by Maseol

An adult should be able to take care of themselves and the people around them. Are you an adult now?...

"I can take care of my own life. Buddha, please take care of the children who are dying of starvation...

"Let's change just one day at a time" Accomplishing something every day with a light heart is like water drops...

It’s simple to become an adult. Wake up earlier than your mom and prepare breakfast for your parents, wash the...

Your son is over forty and his main relationship is with someone else. So, stop worrying about a grown man...