Anonymous

I felt I might attempt to write something about sexuality from the viewpoint of my Buddhist practice, a personal view. This isn’t easy, especially as a monk and celibate for decades, but I offer a few thoughts in the hope that something may be of help. I share some reflections on aspects which can affect how we may approach sexuality, plus one or two possible issues in relationships and a wider context of practice.

Being one of a couple, being a parent, living alone, being a celibate monk; each life has an integral wholeness and infinite detail as each of us finds our way in ordinary day by day living. This applies to all aspects of our life; sexuality is not seen in a special category in Buddhism.

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