How to practise in everyday life 4.

Fourth week of the second course with the theme "How to practise in everyday life" at intermediate level practice in the Triratna Buddhist Community. Our theme is the Third Precept: Abstaining from Sexual Misconduct or Contentment. Taught by Suvannavira. @Suvannavira3 Questions for reflection How do you relate to the family? How do you experience the culture around sexual activity? Which kind of relationships are at the centre of your mandala? Where do you look for pleasure and happiness? What gives life meaning? Is being celibate an attractive idea? How do you experience a difference between sexual activity and sexual energy? 00:00:00 Introduction to the 3rd commandment - The theme of the video is sexual ethics, relationship and family ethics. - The first course is about meditation, the second course is about working on the mind in daily life. - Buddhism abstains from violence, both physical and emotional. 00:01:39 Positive form of causes - Actions inspired by metha promote spiritual life and growth. - Love transcends the ego and allows identification with the good in others. - The 1st commandment underlies all the other commandments. 00:03:04 The 2nd commandment and generosity - The principle of love applies to possessions and other things. - Generosity dhana is a fundamental Buddhist virtue. - By sacrificing to others, we feel richer. 00:04:57 Cultural influences - Cultural influences distort the view of ethics. - Sexual attraction runs deep in cultures and...