Sirirat Swynenberg

The 5+ Way

Five is an important number to us for several reasons.

Primarily, 5 is an auspicious in Thai culture. It is associated with spiritual security, wisdom, and success.

Many Thai seek to have their phone or house numbers end in '5' as an energetic anchor against bad luck and the tides of negative emotions that we may encounter in our daily lives. It reminds us to avoid impulsive, emotionally reckless decisions in favor of peace and rationality.

Second, it is a reference to the 'Sin Ha,' the Five Moral Precepts of Buddhism.

These are Buddhism's version of the Ten Commandments. Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh has adapted them to a mindfulness practice. This makes them more accessible and culturally relevant.

Maintain a Reverence for Life

Be aware of the suffering caused by the destruction of life. Do not kill and do not support any act of violence.

True Happiness

Be aware of the suffering caused by exploitation, social injustice, stealing, and oppression. Give generously to those in need and do not take what is not freely given. Understand that the happiness and suffering of others are not separate from my own.

True Love

Be aware of the suffering caused by sexual misconduct. Commit yourself to cultivating responsibility in your actions and treating your relationships with love and respect. Learn ways to protect the safety and integrity of individuals, couples, families, and society.

Loving Speech and Deep Listening

Be aware of the suffering caused by unmindful speech and the inability to listen to others. Commit yourself to cultivate loving speech and compassionate listening. Do not lie, do not speak from a place of anger, and listen without judgement.

Nourishment and Healing

Be aware of the suffering caused by unmindful consumption. Cultivate good mental, physical, and spiritual health by avoiding over-consumption, especially harmful content and behaviors that promote or cause impaired mental functionality, or social and spiritual isolation.

5+ also refers to Our Own 5+ Tenets.

These are the areas of everyone's lives we believe must be balanced to live happy and fulfilled lives.

The 5+ Tenets

1. Mental health

2. Physical wellbeing

3. Spiritual development

4. Social responsibility

5. Mindfulness

6. Growth mindset

7. Positive relationship with "Your Word"

8. Following the Five Moral Precepts

Finally, the number '5' is pronounced 'Ha' in Thai.

Responding with '555' in Thai is the equivalent of LOL - it literally translates to 'hahaha!'

It is important to us that your experience with us is filled with joy and unlimited laughter, or in other words, a

5+ Experience!