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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Shana Tova! Wishing all celebrating a sweet, healthy, and joyous New Year ahead. 🍎🍯 For Buddhists interested in the Jewish New Year, Emily Stern offers a powerful parallel through a mindfulness-Inspired #RoshHashanah Seder ritualwell.org/ritual/buddh...

Happy Rosh Hashanah greetings with apples and honey

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Joined Hundreds of Buddhist monks at University of the West #losangeles celebrating 50 years of Dhamma service by Venerables Piyananda and Seelawimala #SoCal ☸️

Hundreds of Buddhist monks at University of the West los angeles celebrating 50 years of Dhamma service by Venerables Piyananda and Seelawimala

Venerable Piyananda and Seelawimala on stage with VIP invitees on 7 September 2026

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

PreChristian Buddhism in Europe…suggested reading for the KS3 kids

Donald Mackenzie’s (1928) Buddhism in PreChristian Britain 1st edition. from personal library

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Fun fact for #Buddhists: Abhijeet Dipke, leader of the successful Cockroach 🪳 Janta protests apparently drew inspiration from B.R. Ambedkhar's (1891-1956) biography and caste struggle www.dw.com/en/india-new...

Cockroach Janta protest leader showcases Ambedkhar biography

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Before June ends, Happy #ImmigrantHeritageMonth! - celebrating the resourcefulness, vibrant cultures, and rich histories immigrant families bring to our communities.

Globe made up of international flags on which stands people of many colors holding hands, with the message "international heritage month"

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Happy Summer #Solstice to those who celebrate. Happy #FathersDay to all the father-figures in your life!

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

The famous "Take My Hand" mural honoring abolitionist Harriet Tubman @ her Museum & Education Center in Cambridge, MD. Happy Juneteenth everyone!

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Joined the Nordic Conference on Religious Education from 8-11 June 2026 in #Helsinki 🇫🇮 120 delegates here seen resting from paper presentations on #superdiversity and #existential #resilience by visiting the National #OrthodoxChistian ☦️ Cathedral #NCRE #AcademicSky

NCRE Delegates visit helsinki orthodox Christian ☦️ Cathedral on 10 June 2026

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Unless you can't sleep, in which case meditate before going to bed... #wellbeing #insomnia

Beautiful photo of a starry sky at night over mountains in the lake. There is a quote “Sleep is the best meditation.” — Dalai Lama

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

A reference to strength in numbers, rather than a tip for hoarding weapons ☸️ #Buddhist #wisdom #unity #resistance

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

Just submitted my paper on Buddhist teenagers in the U.S., for the Nordic Conference on Religious Education taking place in Helsinki next month. Hopefully will receive some constructive criticism to flesh it out into a publishable article. #AcademicSky #Academia ☸️ www.academia.edu/166880855/Id...

Screenshot of Academia.edu upload page for Thanissaro's (2026) conference paper at the Helsinki Nordic Conference on Religious Education entitled 'Identity, values and worldview of heritage Buddhist teens in the U.S.

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Happy Vesak Day for Buddhists celebrating THIS full moon rather than the next ✌️ Here we see @antonioguterres.bsky.social focusing this year on 'being embroiled in geopolitical tensions etc (underlined) to which peaceful ☮️Buddhists 🧘 can perhaps bring some harmony? 🕊️ #Buddhism #Wesak #Vesak #Buddha

Message from UN Secretary-General António Guterres on the Day of Vesak observed on May 1, 2026 - On the Day of Vesak, Buddhists around the world commemorate the birth, enlightenment, and passing of the Buddha. This year, Vesak comes at a moment when the human family is embroiled in geopolitical tensions, division, and conflict. In 2023, I had the honour of visiting the Buddha’s birthplace in Lumbini, Nepal. It reinforced my conviction that the antidote to this turmoil can be found in his timeless teachings of non-violence, compassion, and service to others. Guided by the Buddha’s example, let us summon our shared humanity and build the more peaceful and sustainable world all people need and deserve.

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Finally, my evidence-based study on Dhammakaya meditation was published by an Indonesian Buddhist Education journal. They have some problems with the link to the open-source PDF, but I’ll add the link as soon as that becomes available. #meditation #wellbeing journal.smaratungga.ac.id/index.php/sj...

Screenshot of recently pubished Smaratungga Journal article on Dhammakaya meditation

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Happy Earth Day! 🌍 Excuse my Spanish ...Take care of each other and our planet. 🌐 Just as you care for the earth, 🌱 Care for your mind. 🌿 Connect with nature. 🚶‍♀️ Go for a walk. Breathe fresh air. Give yourself permission to stop. 🧘‍♂️ Your well-being matters. #earthday #meditation #wellbeing

Así como cuidas la tierra, cuida tu mente. Conéctate con la naturaleza. Sal a caminar. Respira aire fresco. Date permiso de parar. Tue bienestar importa. Dia de la Tierra.

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

Joined The World peace gathering, anaheim with 1500 Buddhists on 5 April 2026. Topical human mandala to counter warlike vibes in the world. #WorldPeace #Buddhist

Dhammakaya contingent @ world peace gathering, anaheim with 1500 Buddhists on 5 April 2026

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Wishing everyone who celebrates a happy and safe pesach. Chag Sameach!

Dalai Lama in kippah at the Western Wall of Jerusalem

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Link to the video eulogy for one of our DMCCA volunteers Jeanette P. Rodriguez who passed away too soon in February 2026, aged 44 😢 #BuddhistFuneral #FuneralEulogy #Buddhism youtu.be/akhluOLrijY?...

Portrait of DMCCA volunteer Jeanette P. Rodriguez who passed away too soon in February 2026, aged 44.

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Happy #lunarnewyear to those who celebrate. 🌙 Joyeux #MardiGras or #Ramadan Mubarak for those who don't 🍛 May your virtuous horse be on fire in a good way.

2026 lunar year of the fire horse cartoon

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

Welcome home to #FortWorth intrepid monks and #Aloka You inspired us #angelinos to hold our own well-attended #DTLA tribute #WalkForPeace earlier today. #Buddhist ☸️

DTLA walk for peace tribute February 14th 2026

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

ChatGPT has its uses...An alphabetical summary of the twenty three _un_indicted co-conspirators or employees left _un_redacted in the 86-page 2019 memo that has now disappeared. See image alt text for Cleartext #EpsteinFiles

23 unindicted co-conspirators from the 86-page 2019 Epstein memo. 1. Juan Alessi
2. Maria Alessi
3. Joseph Alvarez (“Gypsy”)
4. Richard Barnett
5. Gregory Bledsoe
6. David Blane
7. Leon Black
8. Jean-Luc Brunel
9. Bill Clinton
10. David Copperfield
11. Alan Dershowitz
12. Glen Dubin
13. Eva Dubin
14. Kimberly Galindo
15. Darren Indyke
16. Rich Kahn
17. Bella Klein
18. Leslie Groff
19. Jes Staley
20. Harvey Weinstein
21. Leslie Wexner
22. Ted Wight
23. Former Prince Andrew

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Heartfelt thanks to everyone for being an antidote to my nausea for over a year now! 🎉 So grateful for the BlueSky community. I appreciate every like, comment, and share. Let's keep connecting! 😊 #30K #30000Followers #Milestone #ThankYou #FollowBack #FollowForFollow #Connect #Followers

Buddha statue in a confetti-like cave lit by sunlight to celebrate the milestone of reaching 30000K followers

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

My take on the fake-ish Buddhist quote that has in latter days been widely cited in relation to WH cover-ups (for what it's worth....) #Buddhism #fakebuddhaquotes #realbuddhaquotes #jan6

Three things cannot be long hidden - the sun, the moon and the truth. A paraphase of a Buddhist quote, here corrected and referenced to A.i.282

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

Before the moment passes forever...

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Calling it at 82 books read during 2025. Less than last year, but I did read some thicker, more challenging books this year - The Historian, The Bee Sting, The Green Mile, tracked on @LibraryThing.bsky.social #booksky

LibraryThing screenshot of 82 books read in 2025

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

My skircle shift between March (left/blue) and December (right/red) of 2025 - mostly from corporate to independent news sources 😉 #SkircleSunday

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 25/12/2025

At risk of cultural appropriation, Happy Buddhamas for all who celebrate - and for all other holiday variants Christian, Kwanzaa, Festivus, Yule, Chrismukkah... at the temple mostly keeping our power dry for New Year.🎄❄️☃️

Buddhist syncretism shrine with a Buddha picture, prayer flags, Xmas stocking and gifts

Happy Buddhamas Buddha statue, with red and white festive headgear

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Happy Kindness Day for all those who (should) celebrate... #WorldKindnessDay #KindnessDay

Hands touching silhouetted against sunshine with quote "You may not always see the results of your kindness, but every bit of positive energy you contribute to the world makes it a better place for all of us" attributed to Lisa Currie

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Nuestro evento de #meditación "Portal entre dos mundos" para #ElDíaDeLosMuertos 🎃👻👹🏮el 2 noviembre 2025 en #ElMonte, CA, como parte de la ruta #SGV #CorazonDelValle. Disfruta de una meditación de muestra gratuita en nuestro puesto, dedica méritos a tus seres queridos y pérdidas. #ActiveSGV #SoCal

Folleto del evento de meditación Un portal entre dos mundos para el día de los muertos, el monte, CA, el 2 de noviembre de 2025

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Our 'portal between two worlds' #meditation event flyer for #eldíadelosmuertos, #ElMonte, CA coming up on 11/2/25 as part of #SGV #ActiveStreets route. Free sample meditation at our stand and dedicate merit for loved ones #ActiveSGV #SoCal

A portal between two worlds meditation event flyer for el día de los muertos, el monte, CA on 11/2/25

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

Earlier today...Long Beach 23rd Interreligious Annual #PetBlessing for this four-legged veteran of the DTLA #NoKings protest along with 200 other pet parents and pet-bereaved. Mostly dogs, one cat and one gecko. #SoCal Note: feather holy-water applicator for highly-strung recipients!

19 October 2025, Belmont Shore, Long Beach Annual Pet Blessing

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Combine your #NoKings afterparty with a pet treat! 🐈🐰🐶Shout out for the annual Long Beach Interfaith #PetBlessing at 5.00pm on October 19 in front of Chase Bank, 5200 E. 2nd St., Belmont Shore. Ten faith traditions represented! Details from justinrudd.com/blessing.html We'll be there! #SoCal 😄

Pet parents bringing miscellaneous animals for multifaith pet blessing

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

Thank you everyone who took part in #CoastalCleanup Day today, especially here in #SoCal where more than 30 Long Beachers were able to join a Candlelight #meditation with myself & colleagues at #sunset

Candlelight meditation at Long Beach, CA with Buddhist monks on September 20, 2025

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Beware 👀 meditation may improve your attitude toward #Buddhism 🫣 Thanissaro's 2016, TSAB-R boxplot shows mean attitudes were significantly more positive [t(453)=10.67, p< 0.001] in those who had practiced Dhammakāya #meditation for more than 6 weeks, compared to those who had never meditated 🧘‍♂️

TSAB-R shows significantly enhanced mindfulness for those who have done Dhammakaya meditation for six weeks or more on a boxplot of 500 meditators

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

...on the elusive happiness of being 'without thoughts' #meditation #Buddhism 🧘‍♂️

Cartoon of monk speaking to meditating dog with a wagging tail and saying it can't possibly be thinking about nothing of its tail is wagging

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

From Walach et al.'s 2006, Freiburg Mindfulness Inventory, today's boxplot shows mean #mindfulness scores were significantly HIGHER [t(453)=8.27, p< 0.001] in those who had practiced Dhammakāya #meditation for more than 6 weeks, compared to those who had never meditated 🧘‍♂️ #SelfCare #MentalWellness😇

Freiburg Mindfulness Inventory shows significantly enhanced mindfulness for those who have done Dhammakaya meditation for six weeks or more on a boxplot of 500 meditators

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 14/09/2025

Joined the Srilankan monks of the Los Angeles Buddhist Vihara Dhamma School in #Covina CA to guide discussion with 19 Buddhist teenagers as part of 'Mindful Horizons Youth Dharma Retreat'. #BuddhistKids #Buddhism

Guided discussion at Los Angeles Buddhist Vihara Dhamma School in Covina, CA on September 13th 2025, with 19 Buddhist teenagers as part of 'Mindful Horizons Youth Dharma Retreat'

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

From Waterman et al.'s 2010 QEWB, today's boxplot shows mean Eudaimonic ##Wellbeing scores were significantly HIGHER [t(453)=6.21, p< 0.001] in those who had practiced Dhammakāya #meditation for more than 6 weeks, compared to those who had never meditated 🧘‍♂️ #SelfCare #MentalWellness😇

QEWB scale shows enhanced Eudaimonic Wellbeing for those who have done Dhammakaya meditation for six weeks or more on a boxplot of 500 meditators

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

From Lovibond & Lovibond's 1995 DASS-21, today's boxplot shows COMBINED mean #stress #depression and #anxiety scores were significantly LOWER [t(453)=7.48, p< 0.001] in those who had practiced Dhammakāya #meditation for more than 6 weeks, compared to those who had never meditated 🧘‍♂️ #MentalWellness😇

DASS scale shows combined statistics for reduced stress, anxiety and depression for those who have done Dhammakaya meditation for six weeks or more on a boxplot of 500 meditators

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

So, again from Lovibond & Lovibond's 1995 DASS-21, today's boxplot shows mean #stress scores were significantly LOWER [t(453)=7.80, p< 0.001] in those who had practiced Dhammakāya #meditation for more than 6 weeks, compared to those who had never meditated 🧘‍♂️ #SelfCare #MentalWellness #StressRelief😇

DASS scale shows reduced stress for those who have done Dhammakaya meditation for six weeks or more on a boxplot of 500 meditators

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

So, I used Lovibond & Lovibond's 1995 DASS-21 instrument. Today's boxplot shows mean #depression scores were significantly lower [t(453)=6.50, p< 0.001] in those who had practiced Dhammakāya #meditation for more than 6 weeks, compared to those who had never meditated 🧘‍♂️ #SelfCare #MentalWellness 😇

DASS scale shows reduced depression for those who have done Dhammakaya meditation for six weeks or more on a boxplot of 500 meditators

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Finally got round to number-crunching on my evidence-based research and this is the boxplot that shows mean #anxiety scores were significantly lower [t(453)=5.27, p< 0.001] in those who had practiced Dhammakāya #meditation for more than six weeks, compared to those who had never meditated

DASS scale shows reduced anxiety for those who have done Dhammakaya meditation for six weeks or more on a boxplot of 500 meditators.

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 07/09/2025

Just finished reading an uplifting recently published read about the sacrifices of resisters fighting future totalitarianism - in this case AI. Spoiler alert, it has a happy ending 😀. #booksky

Book cover of Where the Axe is Buried by Ray Nayler

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

Happy Labor Day Weekend. Fun thought: One day maybe we'll see an American Memorial to the Martyrs of the Deportation like the one in Paris? #AbolishICE

Plaque from the Paris Memorial to the Martyrs of the Deportation

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

Beating the #heatwave at #longbeach for a candlelit #meditation at sunset yesterday. 🌇 30 #socal 🧘‍♂️ evaded the purported #hellscape to join us. If you look carefully at the silhouette, you will see (checks notes) NO cargo vessels unloading at #lbc port

Meditators at sunset at longbeach on August 23rd 2025

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Huge validation for this random monk, thanks to all 20,000 of you incredible followers! 🎉 So grateful for the Bluesky community. I appreciate every like, comment, and share. Let's keep connecting! 😊 #20K #20000Followers #Milestone #ThankYou #FollowBack #FollowForFollow #Connect #Followers

Thank you on occasion of reaching 20,000 followers

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

First love yourself enough to take yourself on as a project...

Quiet the voice
telling you to do more and be more, and trust that in this moment, who you are, where you are at, and what you are doing is enough. You will get to where you need to be in your own time. Until then, breathe. Breathe and be patient with yourself and your process. You are doing the best you can to cope and survive amid your struggles, and that's all you can ask of yourself. It's enough. You are enough.
Daniell Koepke
tinybuddha.com

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Some Random Monk @phranicholas.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

International Religious Education scholars (myself included in orange) joining biennial Seminar this week at the University of #Latvia #Riga on the theme "Religious education in turbulent times: How to foster #hope and #wellbeing of young people?" #ISREV2025 #academia #interreligious

International Religious Education scholars joining biennial Seminar this week University of Latvia, Riga on the theme "Religious Education in turbulent times: How to foster hope and well-being of young people?" on 28 July 2025.

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