Everything Changes
Everything-changes

According to the Buddhist world view, all things are subject to change and impermanence.

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If you look around, can you find anything that does not change over time? One of the key components of the Buddhist world view is the understanding that all things are subject to change and impermanence. How does that work, and is it true for us? Can we find something permanent? How can we live with everything changing and use it to our advantage instead of falling into despair?

Buddhist Stories

Buddhism Teaching Illustration of an elephant representing many Buddhist stories from ancient India.
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"That will pass" story
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Freddie the Leaf
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Kisa Gotami and the Mustard Seed
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The Hotel Palace

Detailed Subject Knowledge

Buddhism Teaching Illustration of teenager with Buddhist books and a stupa, a symbol for Buddhist knowledge and wisdom.
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Everything changes teacher's notes

Lesson Activities and Reflections

Buddhism Teaching Illustration of teacher in lesson about Buddhism.
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Everything changes slides
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Hanami flowers activity
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Mandala activity