RESPECT

FOCUS

COMMUNITY GUIDELINES

PRACTICE

ABOUT

Before the founding of Triple Wisdom Preservation in 2022, a group of people came together to study, practice and engage with others interested in Buddhadhamma and Traditional Medicine on Whatsapp. Today, we have an expansive online community of Whatsapp groups who stay connected around the globe and continue studies outside of scheduled opportunities.

Kindness

· Compassion

· Joy

· Equanimity

· Kindness · Compassion · Joy · Equanimity ·

Welcome to the Triple Wisdom Preservation Community Page

Please read these guidelines carefully. They are intended to support a respectful and focused environment that is beneficial for all members, wherever our shared online space extends.

About Us

Triple Wisdom Preservation (TWP) is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and practicing Buddhadharma, traditional medicine, and yoga.
TWP supports the online activities of Somānanda Yogi and provides resources and opportunities for merit-making and practice worldwide.
Purpose
Our Whatsapp Community Chat group exists to:
- Share updates, texts, and relevant resources
- Clarify questions related to teachings and talks
- Support one another in study and practice
Mindful Participation
Engage in this space as if your teacher were present. Before posting, consider:
- Is it beneficial to the group?
- Is it relevant to our shared practice?
- Would I say this directly to someone I respect?
Engaging with Others

When posting and engaging with others online, we encourage values of kindness, compassion, rejoicing and equanimity.
We all come from different places, practices and capacities, of course misunderstandings can happen.
Approach conflicts with patience and goodwill. Reach out to admin anytime.
Confidentiality
What is shared in the group space is intended for the members present in that space unless explicit permission is given to share with others. Do not:
- Share files distributed through Zoom talks or WhatsApp
- Screenshot conversations without consent
- Publicly share another member’s personal story
- Pressure anyone to disclose personal information
- Share photos of anyone without their permission
Mental Health Support

Buddhadharma is not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or crisis support services.
Triple Wisdom Preservation organization, it’s members and it’s affiliated community spaces are not mental health professionals.
If you are facing an immediate crisis, seek help from an on-call mental health professional, medical professional, or a crisis clinic.
If you need support, reach out to the US national mental health hotline anytime day or night by dialing: 988.
International support is available on the directory of International Suicide Hotlines.
Moderation
Community Moderators may:
- Redirect conversations
- Remove inappropriate content
- Pause discussions
- Ask members to remove irrelevant content
- Remove members who repeatedly disregard these community guidelines
These actions are taken to protect the well-being of all members of the community and the intention of the space.
Considerations
Please avoid:
- Excessive posting
- Conversations better suited for private messages
- Self-promotion
- Spam or unrelated commercial content
- Graphic or disturbing content without warning

USE OF MATERIALS

All materials shared through TWP platforms are for personal study and practice only. By agreeing to participate in activities, you agree to respect the texts, chanting and resources provided for your benefit.

Many times shared files are not appropriate for anyone who did not receive the teaching directly. It is not appropriate to use these files as a teaching tool for any purpose. The best way to handle shared files is to read them many times, memorize them, consider them and then potentially ask a thoughtful question about them. To avoid harm: before you think to share this information, ask permission first.

Do not:

Share materials publicly
Sell or distribute materials
Use materials for teaching or paid events
Share documents without organizer approval, even with other group members

SUPPORT FOR YOUR PRACTICE

Our team is ready to support you in your practice, wherever you are in the world.