AsK Me Anything (AMA)
on Buddhism
(Young Adults Edition)
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Feeling Overwhelmed by Singapore’s Fast-Paced Life?
Living in Singapore can be challenging. While social media shows perfect moments, you might be dealing with real stress and pressure every day.
The Financial Reality behind those vacation posts - wrestling with housing costs and living expenses in one of the world's most expensive cities
Behind Every "Dream Job" Update - every celebration post and career milestone update, there's the unposted reality of office politics, self-doubt, and the quiet pressure to keep up with peers' perceived success
The Constant Compare & Despair - feeling behind despite working harder than ever, watching others' highlight reels play on loop
We Hear You. And You’re Not Alone.
You might be thinking:
“These issues are just part of life, and they aren’t really bothering me right now.”
“My schedule is already packed; I can’t afford to spend time on anything else.”
“I’m skeptical about finding simple solutions for such complex problems.”
There’s Another Way Forward
We get where you're coming from, because many of us felt the same way before.
After learning and applying Buddhism in our daily lives, many of us noticed real benefits and positive changes. We want other Singaporeans, who face everyday challenges, to experience these benefits too.
1. Discover Shared Wisdom:
Taking the time to examine ourselves reveals that many of us haven’t figured life out. Even if these challenges aren’t overwhelming you now, imagine tapping into the wisdom of others who face the same struggles. Learn how they approached and overcame their obstacles, saving you time and reducing your own struggles.
2. Practical Insights in Minimal Time:
We understand that time is scarce. That's why our AMA Buddhism workshop is designed to fit seamlessly into your busy life. In just 2 hours, gain practical insights and mental frameworks that can immediately help you reframe your approach to life's challenges and provide a sense of relief.
3. Sustainable Personal Growth:
Change doesn’t happen overnight, and we don’t promise instant fixes. However, by adopting new perspectives and integrating them into your daily life, you can experience meaningful transformation. Our workshop is led by individuals who have walked this path and found solutions that work, offering you a roadmap to follow.
So, we're inviting you to a 2-hour Q&A session to listen to other Buddhists share their stories. We hope you'll see that Buddhism isn't just a religion, but a practical way to handle today's challenges.
Join Us for An Unfiltered Ask-Me-Anything (AMA) English Session
… and find out if Buddhism can really be applied to solving modern life challenges!
We invite you to invest just 2 hours with us, hear from fellow average Singaporeans, who have navigated the choppy waters of modern stress and frustrations, and have found serenity by embracing and applying timeless wisdom of Buddhism. Our session promises a candid "ask-me-anything" segment, and our top priority is to have you gain new perspectives that can transform your life.
Format of AMA Session
700-730pm: Registration
730-740pm: Introduction
740pm-750pm: Sharing by Speakers
750-910pm: AMA Session
910-930pm: Closing - Introducing Buddhism Foundation Course
If you can’t make it for this session, sign up here to be informed for future session!
“The mindset and thoughts of buddhism to apply for work and personal life is insightful.” - Past attendee of AMA
More About Our Speakers
Jereme Wong
Entrepreneur, vested father of 2 lovely children, shares how he uses Buddhism to improve the relationship with his children.
Julie Ng
Secretary for the Senior VP in the legal department of a conglomerate headquartered in Singapore.
Adrian Tan
Unwitting entrepreneur, barely adequate father to two daughters, willing to share how Buddhism has helped him in life.
Dawn Chen
HR practitioner and certified Emotional Wellness Specialist, who applies Buddhism to work and business on a daily basis.
(Note that there may be changes to the panelists on actual day)
Upcoming AMA Session (English)
The next English AMA session will be held on:
10th March 2025 (Monday) at 7:30pm
Venue at Tung Ann Building, 141 Cecil Street, #07-03, S069541 (Heart of CBD, 5mins from 3 MRT stations)
Across all ages! Especially if you are facing daily frustrations and needed a new perspective.
Please RSVP by clicking on the Sign-Up button below and fill up your particulars in the following page. You will receive a confirmation call from us within a week away from the event. If you have further inquiries, you can email us here.
“It's quite inspiring to see dharma sharing session conducted by lay people, and inspiring because it gives me hope that I can apply the teachings to everyday mundane and stressful life.” - Past attendee of AMA
RSVP today and open the door to a heart-to-heart sharing session
If you can’t make it for this session, sign up here to be informed for future session!
Frequently Asked Questions
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We are from BW Monastery, a buddhist organisation established since 2002 in Singapore advocating the Mahayana Buddhist teachings and integrating it into our everyday life.
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We've found a lot of peace in using Buddhist practices to handle daily stresses, and we wish more people in Singapore would try it out. Some of us used to think Buddhism was just another religion. We're holding this session to clear up some misconceptions and share our personal stories. We hope you'll give it a shot and see if it can help you in your life.
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The monastery offers weekly Buddhist classes around Singapore. If you're interested in learning how to bring Buddhism into your daily life, think about joining our next Foundation Course. It's completely free!
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Our AMA session will be held either in English or Chinese (depending on which session you sign up for). It will start off with our speakers sharing their stories. After that, feel free to ask them anything! You can either speak up or use our anonymous platform to post your questions in real time.
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Our previous attendees typically consist predominantly of working adults, aged between 30 and 60, with approximately 20% falling into the 60 and above age group.
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Even though our Ask Me Anything (AMA) sessions are catered mainly for those who are new to Buddhism, we're happy to have experienced Buddhists learners to join us too! Buddhism is quite deep, and we believe everyone can gain something valuable from our discussions.
How to get to Tung Ann Building?
BUS:
57, 131, 167, 186, 400, 970, 10, 97, 106, 133, 196
MRT: (5mins walk)
EW Line - Tanjong Pagar MRT (Exit F)
TE Line - Shenton Way (Exit 3)
DT Line - Telok Ayer (Exit A)
BY CAR:
*Note: Tung Ann Building itself does not have public car park, so here are the nearest car parks within 2mins walk
Keck Seng Tower (click on link for Google Map)
Nearest to classroom and sheltered - 2mins walk
133 Cecil Street S(069535)
Mon - Fri (Before 5/6pm)
$2.50/30min from 8am to 6pm
Mon - Fri (After 5/6pm)
$3.00/entry from 6pm to 10pm
Saturday
$2.50/30min from 8am to 2pm, $3.00/entry from 2pm to 10pm
Sunday / PH
$2.50/30min from 8am to 2pm, $3.00/entry from 2pm to 10pm
About BW Monastery
Established in 2002 in Singapore, BW Monastery is founded on four cornerstone principles: advancing spiritual growth through Buddhist education, championing cultural education, nurturing community welfare, and embracing compassionate service. Our monastery is nestled in Woodlands, symbolising our commitment to integrating the practical teachings of Buddhism into everyday life. Find out more here.