Talks by Delson ArmstrongThis dhamma talk is part of a 10-day silent retreat with Acariya Delson Armstrong at the International Theosophical Centre in Naarden (ITC) Netherlands, Oct 2023
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A complete guide to the meditation the way the Buddha taught: thepathtonibbana.com
Day 5: Dependent Origination Part 1 NetherlandsTalks by Delson Armstrong2023-11-12 | This dhamma talk is part of a 10-day silent retreat with Acariya Delson Armstrong at the International Theosophical Centre in Naarden (ITC) Netherlands, Oct 2023
License - standard YouTube license, re-use not allowed.
A complete guide to the meditation the way the Buddha taught: thepathtonibbana.com
This was an intensive retreat in which participants are expected to sit at least 6 hrs a day of sessions. There are daily interviews.
Sponsers Freedom of Mind Foundation https://freedomofmind.foundation/ delsonarmstrong.com
Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center dhammasukha.orgThe KEY to Emotional Freedom...Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-10-19 | Forgiveness is a powerful tool that helps us release resentment and make peace with the past, whether the pain comes from others or ourselves.
By letting go of this emotional weight, we create space for clarity and a sense of relief.
It’s not about excusing harmful actions, but about freeing ourselves from the mental and emotional burdens we carry.
This practice brings about an energetic shift, making the mind clearer and the body lighter.
How can you practice forgiveness today to invite more peace into your life?
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Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center dhammasukha.orgIs Life speaking to You in Code?Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-10-16 | Have you ever experienced a moment that felt like more than just a coincidence?
Synchronicities happen naturally, aligning events and encounters to guide us towards a specific state or goal.
When we remain open and aware, these subtle signs become clearer, offering direction when we need it most.
By trusting the process and being receptive, we begin to notice these moments more frequently.
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Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center dhammasukha.orgThe Key to Lasting Peace...Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-10-14 | Have you ever noticed how rushing through life affects your sense of peace?
Slowing down starts by becoming aware of the fast pace of your thoughts and actions.
Often, we're on autopilot, driven by habits or outside pressures. By pausing, you create space to observe without judgment.
Using the 6R's-Recognize, Release, Relax, Resmile, Return, and Repeat-you can gently bring your focus back to the present.
As your mind slows, you'll experience more clarity and ease.
How can you begin slowing down today to bring more peace into your life?
Delson Armstrong gives an orientation to 20 meditators on an online retreat. This is an intensive retreat in which participants are expected to sit at least 6 hrs a day of sessions. There are daily interviews.
Sponsers Freedom of Mind Foundation https://freedomofmind.foundation/ delsonarmstrong.com
Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center dhammasukha.orgWhat TRULY matters in life...Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-10-11 | Have you ever noticed how expectations and attachments add unnecessary weight to your life?
Meditation helps us practice letting go of those attachments, allowing us to release the need to control specific outcomes or experiences. By cultivating a peaceful mind, we learn to embrace life’s natural flow, letting go of resistance and fear. This practice not only helps us in daily life but also prepares us for life's inevitable transitions. Through meditation, we become more comfortable with the idea of impermanence and face each moment with greater ease and clarity.
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Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center dhammasukha.orgThe TRUTH about Past Karma...Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-10-09 | Have you ever wondered why certain patterns keep repeating in your life? Our present reality is shaped by the actions and choices we've made in the past—this is the influence of karma. The experiences we face today, both good and bad, are a result of those past intentions. But the good news is, by recognizing this, we can make conscious choices now to create a better future. Every thought, word, and action has the power to shift your reality.
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Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center dhammasukha.orgThe SECRET to stress free living...Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-10-07 | Do you ever feel pressured by your future plans? 📆
Planning for the future means allowing life to unfold naturally.
It’s about staying present, enjoying the process, and letting go of the need to control every outcome.
While practical plans are necessary, the key is to approach them with a light heart and an open mind.
How can you bring more ease into your daily planning without getting lost in future worries?
Meditation is about observing your thoughts and letting go of distractions to find inner peace.
It’s not about intense focus but gaining insight into how your mind works.
The 6Rs—Recognize, Release, Relax, Resmile, Return, and Repeat—are simple steps to notice when your mind drifts into stress or negativity, gently guiding it back to calm.
This practice helps clear your mind, reduce daily stress, and brings more clarity.
How could starting a meditation practice change your life?
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Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center dhammasukha.orgTimeless Struggles, Modern Solutions...What are YOU doing to overcome them?Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-10-02 | Have you noticed how the same struggles seem to repeat across generations?
The problems of the mind are timeless—worry, fear, doubt—but the tools we use to deal with them evolve with each generation. While the challenges remain, the solutions adapt to meet the needs of the time.
By embracing new practices and perspectives, we can navigate life’s challenges with more ease and clarity.
What tools are you using to overcome your own mind’s hurdles? 🤔
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Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center dhammasukha.orgThe Key to True Wealth Isnt what you Expect...Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-09-30 | Have you ever felt true contentment that wasn’t tied to the material world?
Real wealth is peace of mind.
While material success may offer fleeting satisfaction, it often stirs up endless desires and discontent.
True peace comes from within—by releasing unnecessary cravings and focusing on what truly matters.
This inner calm is the highest form of wealth, paving the way to lasting happiness and a deeply fulfilling life.
How can embracing inner peace transform your well-being today? 🧘♂️
Final talk for the Sept 2024 Retreat. Advice for after the retreat.
Delson Armstrong leads an online zoom retreat. This is an intensive retreat in which participants are expected to sit at least 6 hrs a day of sessions. There are daily interviews though zoom.
Sponsers Freedom of Mind Foundation https://freedomofmind.foundation/ delsonarmstrong.com
Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center dhammasukha.orgThe KEY to solving your Problems...Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-09-27 | How often do expectations turn your problems into something bigger?
Letting go of expectations helps ease the weight we place on ourselves.
Instead of getting caught up in problems, approach life with curiosity and openness—just like watching a movie unfold.
When we let go of the need to control outcomes and stop labeling things as ‘problems,’ we make space for peace.
This mindset allows us to live more freely, focusing on what truly matters rather than getting stuck in what we think should be. 🙏🏼
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Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center dhammasukha.orgWhy Prioritizing yourself TRANSFORMS everything...Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-09-25 | How often do you put your own well-being first? ❤️
Prioritizing yourself isn’t selfish— it’s necessary for true balance. ⚖️
When you practice self-compassion and forgiveness, you dissolve self-criticism, creating space for real growth.
Just like securing your own oxygen mask first, taking care of your needs allows you to genuinely support others.
A full cup overflows naturally, and when you’re at peace within, you can offer more meaningful care and kindness to those around you.
By nurturing yourself, you create a ripple effect of compassion that benefits everyone. ❤️
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Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center dhammasukha.orgThe best way to Deal with a Narcissist...Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-09-20 | Narcissism often shows up as a need for excessive attention, an inflated ego, and a lack of empathy toward others.
This can make relationships feel imbalanced or even toxic.
People with narcissistic traits might overestimate their abilities, expect special treatment, and underestimate the efforts of those around them.
When we encounter such behaviors, it’s crucial to respond with compassion, but also to set healthy boundaries for our own well-being.
How do you handle difficult personalities in your life? 💭
00:00 Guided Meditation 27:00 Further Instructions
Delson Armstrong gives an orientation to 20 meditators on an online retreat. First he does a guided meditation in which he gives the instructions and follows this with more general instructions for the meditation and the retreat itself. This is an intensive retreat in which participants are expected to sit at least 6 hrs a day of sessions. There are daily interviews.
Can be used as a guided meditation for Lovingkindness/Metta in the TWIM style.
Sponsers Freedom of Mind Foundation https://freedomofmind.foundation/ delsonarmstrong.com
Delson Armstrong gives an orientation to 20 meditators on an online retreat. First he does a guided meditation in which he gives the instructions and follows this with more general instructions for the meditation and the retreat itself. This is just the guided Meditation.
Can be used as a guided meditation for Lovingkindness/Metta in the TWIM style.
Sponsers Freedom of Mind Foundation https://freedomofmind.foundation/ delsonarmstrong.com
Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center dhammasukha.orgWhat happens when You TRULY listen to yourself...Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-09-18 | Our true nature is something we all share, yet it often gets clouded by our cravings, dislikes, and the stories we tell ourselves.
At its core, this nature is pure, free from those emotional ups and downs. It’s a peaceful place, filled with compassion, joy, and calm.
When we stop clinging to what we want or pushing away what we don’t, we can start to experience life as it truly is—without distortion.
This understanding helps free us from suffering, revealing a deeper sense of inner peace and freedom. 🙏🏼
How often do you feel connected to your true self? ❤️
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Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center dhammasukha.orgThe REAL Reason You’re Always Distracted...Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-09-14 | Have you ever found it hard to stay focused, whether in a conversation, at work, or even during a moment of rest?
Distractions aren’t just about losing track of a task—they’re about how our minds get pulled away by thoughts, emotions, or even what’s happening around us.
The key to staying grounded is in how we respond. Whether you’re meditating or just trying to stay present in daily life, it helps to notice when your mind drifts, gently bring it back, and relax into the moment.
Donate dhammasukha.org/shop-donationsGuided Meditation 6 sets 6 -Unique Way of letting go of the linksTalks by Delson Armstrong2024-09-09 | Patreon: patreon.com/delson/about This is a 36 minute special meditation on the 6 sense bases and releasing the contact and craving links as he talks you through them. Based on the six sets of six. MN 148.
0:00 Intro to Delson's Patreon 02:48 Guided Meditation 42:10 Talk on Nibbana
Then he talks about the goal of understanding dependent origination which is Nibbana. This includes at the last part of the talk a reading from his "Craving" book on Nibbana.
Loving-kindness, or metta, is about cultivating a warm, friendly attitude towards yourself and others in everyday life. 🙏🏼
Imagine starting your day with a smile, wishing well for yourself, and then extending those good wishes to everyone you meet—family, friends, coworkers, and even strangers.
It’s not just a meditation practice but a way to create peace and connection throughout your day.
By regularly practicing loving-kindness, you gradually let go of ill will and create a more harmonious and fulfilling life. 😊
Reacting often happens without much thought, driven by old habits and emotions, which can sometimes lead to feeling regret.
But what if you paused and chose to respond instead? By taking a moment to relax and let wisdom guide your actions, you can handle situations with more clarity and kindness.
This shift from reacting to responding can reduce stress and bring about a deeper understanding of yourself and others.
How has reacting vs. responding shown up in your life? 💭
We explored, asked endless questions, and learned from everything, even our mistakes. It was all part of the adventure.
But how often do we still approach life with that same sense of wonder?
No matter where you are on your mindfulness journey—whether you’re just beginning or well along the path—every experience, good or bad, is an opportunity to grow. 🌱
How can you invite more curiosity and kindness into your daily life? 🙏🏼
Donate dhammasukha.org/shop-donationsDO Series - The Link of CRAVING/TANHATalks by Delson Armstrong2024-09-02 | This is the Sixth talk in a series of Zoom Talks on Dependent Origination. Each talk is about one of the 5 books that Delson has written on the subject.
Craving is the cause of suffereing- the 2nd noble truth!
Zoom sessions on his books as follows: (Available on Amazon) Dukkha Birth Bhava-Being Clinging CRAVING -TANHA -This book
Donate dhammasukha.org/shop-donationsDO Series - The Link of CLINGING or UPADANATalks by Delson Armstrong2024-08-25 | This is the fifth talk in a series of Zoom Talks on Dependent Origination. Each talk is about one of the 5 books that Delson has written on the subject.
Zoom sessions on his books as follows: (Available on Amazon) Dukkha Birth Bhava-Being CLINGING-UPADANA -this book Craving
The focus of meditation—whether it’s on love, compassion, joy, or balance—can lead to various experiences and insights.
Some sessions may feel calm and peaceful, while others may bring up past memories or emotions that need to be noticed and released.
The key is to approach each session with an open mind, simply observing what comes up without trying to control or change it.
Liberation frees ourselves from the cycle of suffering through wisdom and understanding, and each meditation session offers a unique chance for growth and insight on this path.
Donate dhammasukha.org/shop-donationsDO Series - The Link of BHAVA-BEING-BECOMINGTalks by Delson Armstrong2024-08-18 | This is the fourth talk in a series of Zoom Talks on Dependent Origination. Each talk is about one of the 5 books that Delson has written on the subject.
Zoom sessions on his books follows: (Available on Amzon)
Dukkha Birth Bhava-Being- THIS BOOK Clinging Craving
Becoming or Bhava is how you exists. It is your habitual tendencies. Are you someone who likes Tea or Coffee? It is the link before the Birth of action.
There are 5 books: Dukkha-Suffering Jati-Birth BHAVA-BECOMING/BEING Upadana-Clinging Tanha- Craving
The rest of the links will in a future release.
This uses a text to speech program that reads the book in Delson's voice-with permission.
Donate dhammasukha.org/shop-donationsHow in Tune Are You With Your Intuition? #intuition #mindfulness #inspiration #meditationTalks by Delson Armstrong2024-08-16 | What might unfold if you trusted your intuition more often? 💭
To tap into your intuition, you must fully surrender to the present moment. 🙏🏼
This involves releasing the constant urge to analyze and overthink every situation. Instead, be fully present and open to whatever unfolds.
When your mind is calm and centered, you create the perfect space for intuition to naturally arise—like those sudden “aha” moments where clarity and insight appear effortlessly.
Donate dhammasukha.org/shop-donationsWhy holding on to things makes you unhappy.Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-08-14 | Many people feel upset and stressed after watching the news because they hold on too tightly to their opinions about what’s happening in the world.
When we strongly identify with certain political beliefs or social issues, news that challenges those beliefs can make us anxious.
It’s important to realize that our views aren’t entirely our own; they are shaped by our upbringing, the people around us, and the society we live in.
When we cling to these views, we tie our sense of self to them, which can lead to attachment and suffering.
Consider taking a step back and observing your reactions — are you holding on too tightly to your views? Letting go can bring more peace and clarity to your life. 🙏🏼
Donate dhammasukha.org/shop-donationsThe Power of Generosity #motivation #generosity #compassion #mindfulness #dhamma #interconnectedTalks by Delson Armstrong2024-08-12 | Generosity, or ‘dāna’, is a core practice in the Dhamma. It’s about giving with an open heart, expecting nothing in return, and experiencing joy through selfless acts.
In everyday life, generosity can be as simple as sharing a smile or offering a helping hand.
It’s a powerful way to cultivate compassion, reduce attachment, and connect with others on a deeper level.
These small acts of kindness have a profound impact and contribute to a more compassionate and joyful world. 🌎
Each act, no matter how small, adds more generosity to your life and to the world around you. 🙏🏼
Have you experienced the joy of giving without expecting anything in return? Leave a comment with your thoughts! 💬
Donate dhammasukha.org/shop-donationsDO Series - Jati -the link of Birth -Realms of existenceTalks by Delson Armstrong2024-08-12 | This is the third talk in a series of Zoom Talks on Dependent Origination. Each talk is about one of the 5 books that Delson has written on the subject.
Donate dhammasukha.org/shop-donationsDO Series - Dukkha -the link of Suffering -The Delson Bot IntroducedTalks by Delson Armstrong2024-08-05 | This is the second talk in a series of Zoom Talks on Dependent Origination. Each talk is about one of the 5 books that Delson has written on the subject.
Awareness of actions and intentions reveals craving and attachments, like seeking validation or holding onto the past. Preferences such as “I like” or “I don’t like” reflect these tendencies.
Mindfulness helps recognize and release these patterns. The goal is to observe without control, see things clearly, and let go of attachments, leading to deeper understanding and relief.
Be kind and patient with yourself. 🙏🏼
Join Delson for insightful Q&A sessions, personalized 1:1 consultations, and live zoom talks to explore these concepts further. Visit the link in bio to learn more. 💫
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Donate dhammasukha.org/shop-donationsDO Series - Introduction and General Q&A SessionTalks by Delson Armstrong2024-07-21 | This is the first talk in a series of Zoom Talks on Dependent Origination and the 5 books Delson has written on it.
This talk is mostly a general Q&A on various subjects.
Donate dhammasukha.org/shop-donationsGuided Meditation -Letting go of the 5 Aggregates with Delson Armstrong at the DO Conf.Talks by Delson Armstrong2024-07-19 | Guided Meditation May 21, 2023 In this guided meditation you will radiate lovingkindness to the directions and then Delson takes you through a process of letting go of all conditioned states. 1 hr 20 min
A complete guide to the meditation the way the Buddha taught: thepathtonibbana.com
How to practice Metta/TWIM Meditation dhammasukha.org/beginner-lovingkindnessOn Retreat -Delson talks to the meditators at the Solar Eclipse RetreatTalks by Delson Armstrong2024-07-16 | Delson comes in on a zoom session from Mumbai to students on retreat at Dhamma Sukha. A number of topics including Dependent Origination.