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Respect the robe
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 13/06/2022
» Late last month, Sipboworn Kaewngam, director of the National Office of Buddhism (NOB), warned people about what they should and shouldn't do to monks who misbehaved.
Beliefs are no excuse to damage our health
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 18/04/2022
» Everyone has a set of personal beliefs that determine their actions. While we're supposed to respect each other's beliefs, it's hard to come to terms with the unpleasant impact caused by certain beliefs.
What the world needs now
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 14/02/2022
» I'm not a fan of Valentine's Day but this is a good occasion for all of us to ponder on the concept of love one more time. I'm not talking about romantic love but, rather, love for our fellow humans that I think the world needs to have more of.
On death and dying
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 13/12/2021
» Feelings of sadness accompany any death, even if that person is a stranger. Last month, I came across a story about the passing of a woman on social media that saddened me but made me feel glad as well.
Like something out of a horror movie
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 04/02/2020
» The spread of the novel coronavirus has dominated the news in recent weeks, leading to fear and panic worldwide. Understandable, given that, at the time of writing, there have been more than 17,000 confirmed cases of infection and over 360 fatalities.
Ridicule first, Ask questions later
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 21/01/2019
» 'What we see is not always true." The saying is valid and can remind us to not easily jump to conclusions. It's a shame that most netizens don't seem to keep this in mind. That's why they are always quick to criticise everyone who appears on social media -- only to find out later that the person might not be like they thought at all.
Will Thailand follow Canada's lead on pot?
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 05/11/2018
» People are very capable of finding a way to please themselves. But whether their means are decent or not is another story. Today, it is rather complicated to justify one’s choice even though it might sound unacceptable.
Banking on time
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 26/03/2018
» Time is valuable as long as we know how to spend it. Time is money for those who want to accumulate wealth, yet time allows us to live our lives in a much more meaningful way.
International goods for sale to support Red Cross
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 22/02/2018
» Shopping enthusiasts should mark the calendar for the "Diplomatic Red Cross Bazaar" for Saturday and Sunday. The highly-anticipated event will bring a myriad of famous products from around the world for a two-day shopping spree from 10am-8pm.
Two for the heart
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 25/12/2017
» The Christmas spirit is in full bloom, and you don't need to be Christian to love the holiday. This is a joyous season when people are happy to give gifts to loved ones.