hi there, i am new to buddhism, been self reading, but sometimes
i dont manage to control my emotions or have situations where i
have questions about. is there something like a support group
for buddhists? something like a christian cell group?
Some buddhist temples in Singapore have groups such as Youth
Ministry (for youths).
However, if you have questions relating to how to resolve your
own problems in your life, the best way is to go to the Buddhist
temples for counselling.
Kong Meng San Phor Kar See Monastry (PKS), if I'm not wrong,
does provide counselling services. Some of the counsellors are
professional counsellors, while other counsellors are venerables.
In fact, they have phone services you can call relating to life
problems and they do provide counselling and help.
If you have questions relating to dharma practice, the best way
is to attend dharma lessons (Buddhist classes) in the buddhist
temples. You will then get to know many buddhist friends. In
addition, you can also get to know the venerables of the buddhist
temple and consult them on issues relating to your emotional
problems in your life.
In buddhism, one seeks refuge in the triple gems: Buddha, Dharma
and Sangha. The Buddha is the doctor. The Dharma is the medicine.
The Sangha is the nurse. If you're sick, you should always see
Buddha first. The Dharma is the knowledge to resolve your problems.
But one should also consult the Sangha community and they provide
care and advice on issues relating to your problem.