The eightfold path (Buddhism)

Where does human suffering come from?

• From nature

• Desire and want

• evil and fear

• unmet expectations

The cycle of birth, death, and rebirth is known as

• Moksha

• Atman

• Samsara

• Brahman

What does Buddha mean?

• Suffering

• Life of Moderation

• Enlightened One

• An awakening to the truth

The eightfold path is...

• A path with 8 turnings which Siddhartha Gautama has to choose from

• The name of a famous Buddhist pop group

• The way Buddhists can achieve enlightenment and freedom from desire

• Something that Buddhists must do every day

Making the commitment to consider others in all you do and not act in greed.

• Right Intent

• Right Meditation

• Right Livelihood

• Right Effort

Do not spread gossip or lie. Always try to tell the truth and to use words kindly.

• Right Action

• Right Livelihood

• Right Speech

• Right Mindfulness

Holding open a door for someone who has their hands full is an example of this step along the Eightfold Path

• Right Speech

• Right Action

• Right Livelihood

• Right concentration / meditation

Always try to be the best you. TRY, practice, apply yourself. Learn new things and grow!

• Right Meditation

• Right Effort

• Right Understanding

• Right Speech

Apply your mind to the hear and now. Think before you speak, have awareness of your actions and impact on others.

• Right Mindfulness

• Right Action

• Right Effort

• Right Meditation

Think deeply about your actions, clear your mind of doubts and negativity, develop stronger focus and mindfulness through this practice.

• Right Concentration / Meditation

• Right Understanding

• Right Effort

• Right Livelihood