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Buddhist Nun Fosters Community through Meditation in Lithuania

4/6/2025

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Piya Dassi, a dedicated Buddhist nun from Klaipeda, Lithuania, established a vibrant Buddhist center inspired by her studies in Myanmar. She passionately highlights meditation as a powerful tool for overcoming inner turmoil and observes a rising interest in meditation among those yearning for stress relief. Dassi champions community support, prioritizing connection over financial reliance in monastic life.

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Piya Dassi, a dedicated Buddhist nun from Klaipeda, Lithuania, established a vibrant Buddhist center inspired by her studies in Myanmar. She passionately highlights meditation as a powerful tool for overcoming inner turmoil and observes a rising interest in meditation among those yearning for stress relief. Dassi champions community support, prioritizing connection over financial reliance in monastic life.