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Day 5f – Q&A

Day 5f – Q&A

Ajahn Amaro Podcast by Amaravati

July 14, 202356m 53s

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Show Notes

This is a compilation of the retreat led by Ajahn Amaro between 5-10 December 2022 at Deer Park Institute, IN.

Day 5f Q&A

00:12 Q1 My practice of forgiveness turns into shame when I consider how I ever did that to that person.
08:58 Q2 I have had a health ailment for about a decade and there are moments of deep pain. I’ve gone past “Why me?” but I find I am very angry. I also find I easily dismiss other people’s pain.
20:51 Q3 Can you explain more about the difference between dhammaniyāmatā and the idappaccayatā.
29:27 Q4 What’s your view on euthanasia? Also, how can we plan to live in a commune rather than a hospice as we age?
40:05 Q5 What about organ donation?
43:40 Q6 What is euthanasia and what is taking active steps to expedite death? And what about people who decide not to continue treatment that prolongs life?
47:28 Q7 What about palliative care?
49:00 Q8 Are there any residential retreat places for parents with their children? I struggle with leaving my child alone and the problem of child care.
50:34 Q9 Regarding the old lady who came to Ajahn Chah for advice, [it seems like she was advised to practice] anatta.
55:34 Q10 That which is observing the five khandhas, is that called dhamma itself?

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