Buddhism and Meditation

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What exactly is Zen, how do I become Zen

Is Ganesha part of Buddhism?

Hello there! I would really like to know how or where you got your advices from. You said once, you don't want to answer this question, because it could be understood as arrogant or something like that, but (and thats why this is not requested as a public question) I'm really courious about it. If you don't want to go in any detail, thats fine. Just something like, 'I recieved teachings' or 'I read a book' or maybe you are a teacher by yourself. Have a good day :) (No more words left :/)

how can I become more at peace with myself? to relax and live slowly. not worried about past situations and move on to be happier.. peaceful, kind to others, ya know?

It is so hard to stay motivate. I once had an established routine in which I would wake and meditate immediately every day and I now feel guilty whenever I do not do this. I feel like my guilt is further affecting my motivation to meditate negatively. This is resulting in a downward spiral in which no meditation is being done. I wish to find motivation. How is it that you accomplish this?

What does the Buddha say about family trauma and past life karma? Do we incarnate with karma carried over and is this why we face painful situations in this life?

I like meditating. I've always done it with guided meditations feeling great, rarely by myself which I don't feel about. What can be done in my case to feel excitement when doing it by myself? Should I think in something that is not from reality?

Hello! Good day! i just needed to ask because i'm really interested in buying a mandala tapestry since i love the meaning of it and such but i don't want to appropriate any cultures or offend anybody since i am not a buddhist. do you think this would be okay or not? thank you so much!

im new to Buddhism and i'd love to know more about it, any suggestions?

What is your knowledge of Nichiren Buddhism? I live in Texas and the SGI-USA is the only Buddhism sect that has facilities anywhere near me (still an hour's drive). I very much want to learn more about Buddhism beyond my personal studies and find like minded people to study and practice with. Thank you. I hope you are well.

Hi I am currently having an issue. I always look to your blog for answers and this one is really stumping me. My parents recently had a divorce and I am living with my dad. My dad has very negative ways of letting out his anger. He blames me for things that are not true pertaining to my mother and he never wants to hear my side of the story. It is really affecting me. I always get so angry in silence. I need a better way of coping with this situation.

can one be religiously something else but think Philosophically buddhist and share the ideals of the Buddha ?

I'm very new to buddhism, I've only been studying for a few months. I was curious about the notion that one should not kill, in any way. Many religions state this yet followers still kill bugs or eat meat. Is buddhism more strict on this ideal?

I suffer emptiness and anxious feelings most of the time. Even when i'm doing things that I know I enjoy, I feel lonely and like something is missing. I'm really trying to meditate but sometimes I get uncomfortable and don't want to force myself to do it. What can I do?

I was in love with a person for 4 years, my first love, and we recently ended the relationship and now I feel lost, as if I lost my point of reference and I keep on attaching to people to find someone to replace him but I feel empty. I know that instead of finding a point of reference in someone esle I have to find it in myself but I don't know how. Any suggestions?

Good night! i'm wondering if just by practicing meditation, trying to embrace sufering (changing the way we react to bad situations, thinking positive) and trying to find inner peace. Can someone be considered a buddhist ?? What practices can we add to those ?? Thank you