Zen Dialogues

Reflections from Japan's Buddhist Traditions

Taking care of my mother became stupid

Excuse me for the long post. Every time my mom talks about me to others, it only seems like she's speaking ill of me. From when we originally lived together, they only complained about the housework I did, so I often dared to abandon them. (I was doing basic housework) “I would be depressed if...

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I can't do anything like a human being

I'm indebted to you. I was quite shocked and left feeling overwhelmed, so I asked you to listen to the story and ask for a consultation. First, the seminar isn't right for me. I'm majoring in history, but I feel like I don't have enough ability to do history. There are people who can't exercise...

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I'm troubled by my college son's failure due to his sweetness

This is my son who has been in college for 3 years and lives alone and is doing his best by cooking for himself, doing sports, and strength training. It's like forgetting my house keys at home and contacting me by phone at 23:00 at night and entrusting the solution, something often happens, and...

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The workplace is difficult

I'm worried about a colleague at work. The waves of emotions are intense on a regular basis, and aren't they out of line with common sense? I often do that kind of behavior. For example, when I tell them that I've made a mistake at work, they cry on the spot, and people around me, including...

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Is it wrong to love someone like this?

Nice to meet you. I've had a crush on someone for over ten years. I was self-employed, had a strong sense of self, and had financial and mental leeway... it was a person I admired at the time. Over the next few years, the distance gradually shortened, and I was even told by that person...

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I was dumped when my body wasn't compatible

I'm shocked to be told that they want to break up because their bodies aren't compatible, and I'd like to discuss it with you if you want to change your mind somehow. As for the circumstances, I was surprised to be called out to the place where I was walking about a month ago, but the...

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I decided to live with my mom's boyfriend

Thank you very much for watching. About a month ago, my mother introduced me to an old man I am currently dating (my mother). We've been dating for 2 months. That's fine, but the problem is that they decided to live together a few days later. An old man I met a few days ago lives in this...

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Marital wrestling issues and customs for women

Hello. They are married in their 40s and have 2 high school children. The family is on good terms, and although they are busy every day, I think they are living a happy life. Meanwhile, as the title suggests, I've been struggling with husband-derived wrestling issues since about 10 years ago....

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How to think it doesn't matter

I want to be able to think that everything “doesn't matter.” There are times when I am really concerned about the words and actions of others and how they are viewed by others. Every time I do that, it becomes painful, and I may not be able to touch anything else. However, there are some...

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My mind is not stable.

Since my marriage broke up 3 years ago, I have become a humble self and have lived unstable days suffering from depression. I've stopped taking medicine for depression now and my physical condition has stabilized, and my interpersonal skills have dropped quite a bit because it's hard to speak...

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[Urgent] Crossroads, tomorrow is the time to make a decision

I am currently working as a temporary employee. I am grateful for the calm and warm treatment at my place of work. On the other hand, I myself worked while worrying for a long period of time because I wanted to do a job that I felt was worth studying even more. The company I just happened to...

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Is the desire for knowledge an affliction

I'm a university student studying humanities disciplines. Since I woke up to the fun of studying when I was in high school, I have dedicated all my time to studying until now, leaving it up to my own desire for knowledge. Above all, I am devoting my time to Western philosophy, Islamic studies,...

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About the case where water accumulates in the urn

My father passed away, and it was decided that his ashes would be buried on the occasion of the first anniversary of his death. While doing a lot of research, I found many things with the content “when burial in a tomb, condensation forms inside the urn and water accumulates to the fullest”...

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I don't understand the meaning of being alive

Nice to meet you. My life was already coming to an end, and I couldn't find any hope in my current life where there were no happy times, and I often thought about self-exhaustion. I have many illnesses and live in hell every day, and my life with my husband, who has been very violent for many...

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Religion and dangerous goods are similar. Where are you going, religion?

　I'm always indebted to you. The other day, here, “At the temple, to me I had a discussion about “The Scary Wife Who Just Says This and That.” The continuation of it It's going to be like this, but recently, I've been thinking about it. “Religion and dangerous goods are similar” Observing...

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Even though I'm a Buddhist, I like bizarre things. Stress doesn't go away even with Nembutsu

I'm always indebted to you. Titlin is a punishment Sorry about that. Go to the temple, dedicate 100 flavors, protect the monks... I was saved by a smile. ✳ ︎ Nembutsu when I'm angry or when I'm in self-loathing I can't. The reason is because it's embarrassing. But I like drawing...

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From Teba Tadahin. About the idea that “Buddha is a man.”

I'm always indebted to you. There is a Nichiren sect temple near the hospital I go to It's there. I was curious, I took the plunge. Teraba-san and the chief priest were all friendly, The hall was also neatly maintained. Let me read the Kankyo Sutra that was there I received it,...

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The work of the Jodo sect. What about wooden fish during the time of Dharani?

I'm always indebted to you. We are in the Jodo sect, but when working, Amida Nyorai, Kondrani, Do you include mantras such as the Fudo Myoo Jikujutsu, and wooden fish during Dharani? If I were to put it in, would it still be a backing? I would appreciate it if you could tell me. ...

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Is red halfway dress bad...?

I'm always indebted to you. First, I'll report it. I'm leaving the hospital today. Do your devotion for us To everyone involved in the hospital who will give it to us May the Buddha bless you. well... Should I wear a red halfway dress Isn't there one? I enjoy Noh as a hobby, When I...

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What is one of the six haramitsu, “humiliation”?

　I'm always indebted to you. What kind of act is an act of humiliation? According to dictionaries and Buddhist scriptures, There is a saying “to endure even when things are hard.” Even if this is dangerous, for example, so-called irregularity An act that could lead to a situation, sudden...

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