I’m a Buddhist monk. Meditation has given me wisdom, resilience and emotional balance

4 months ago

Bhante Saranapala started his monastic life when he was 10 years old and has been practicing Buddhism ever since. Now 53, the Toronto-based monk leads weekly meditation sessions and monthly retreats to help others with their mental health through mindfulness.

For Saranapala, every meditation — morning and night — is guided by the Buddhist goal of Nirvana. As taught by the Buddha, Nirvana represents the highest state of enlightenment

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