Free Buddhist Audio A Life Well Spent and Beyond its End
Feb 8, 2025
Dive into heartfelt reflections on life, death, and the search for meaning. Listen as Suryagupta shares personal stories and the insights gained from his friend’s funeral. He explores the Buddha's teachings on interdependence and the beauty of human connection. Discover the lessons from the Buddha’s last days and how they inspire a life of love and generosity. The talk reveals the power of a clear spiritual quest and the impact of compassion in everyday moments. Join the journey towards understanding a life well spent!
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Kindly Friend Who Shared Art And Life
- Suryagupta recounts his friend Dayabandu who befriended and guided many people through art and walking tours.
- Dayabandu shared his passions generously and was deeply loved by his community at the end of his life.
The Buddha As Complete Spiritual Model
- The Buddha's life is a complete spiritual biography that realises human potential for deep awareness and love.
- Suryagupta returns to the Buddha's story repeatedly because it fully expresses meaning from birth to death.
Burnout Mirrored In The Buddha's Collapse
- Suryagupta describes burning out while running a not-for-profit and recognising himself in the Buddha's collapse after extreme asceticism.
- That recognition led him to prioritise nourishing his body, accepting help, and enjoying positive pleasures.