The Nature of Suffering and the Path to Acceptance - Dhamma Talk by Ajahn Noom

On 26 Jul 2026, Ajahn Noom gave a Dhamma talk exploring the nature of suffering and the importance of positive perception in Buddhist practice. The teaching differentiates between the universal, unavoidable characteristics of impermanence and the mental anguish described in the Four Noble Truths, which stems from a refusal to accept reality. Using various parables—such as an injured king and a girl with a disability—the speaker illustrates how a positive mindset can transform one's experience of hardship. He encourages the audience to stop focusing on personal deficiencies or the flaws of others and instead recognise the vast "white background" of goodness present in life. Ultimately, Ajahn highlights that while external circumstances are often beyond control, individuals can find lasting happiness by training their minds to accept the world's shifting nature. --------------------------------------- Bandar Utama Buddhist Society "Building a Dhamma-Inspired Community" Uttama Bodhi Vihara, 3 Jalan BU 3/1, Bandar Utama, 47800 PJ Website: https://bubs.my Email: office@bubs.my