Contentment and Inner Peace
In Buddhism, it is said that there are two types of happiness.
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Age Group: 5–11
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- Last modified: April 4, 2024
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How can we be content and at peace with ourselves and our surroundings? Can we find it in ourselves or are we dependent on other factors? Why is it that we continuously crave for more?
In Buddhism, it is said that there are two types of happiness: one which is based on material goods, and one which is inner peace and contentment. The first is very expensive and often unreliable, the second is a lasting peace of mind which already exists inside us, ready to be enjoyed.
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Buddhist Stories
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Famous as the moon story
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The monkeys and the green parrot story
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The Stone Cutter story
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The Water Bearer story
Detailed Subject Knowledge
Lesson Activities and Reflections
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Contentment and Inner Peace slides
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Contentment mandala activity
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In my hands activity
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The lengths of happiness activity
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What makes me feel peaceful activity
VIDEO (Youtube)
Mindfulness of sound
Lived Experience
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Am I happy with my way of life?
Worksheets
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Contentment mandala worksheet
