Welcome to Song With Secret Codes (SWSC)

Lyrics – Chorus

Jambhala, make me rich, rich, rich!

Dollar, Pound or RMB — I’ll take any currency.

When we think of being rich, we often imagine piles of cash, luxurious homes, and endless shopping sprees. But at its core, being rich simply means having access to goods and services — the things that support our lives and bring us comfort or joy.

But here’s a question: What if you had a vault full of gold, but nothing left to buy in the world? What would your wealth mean then?

True richness isn’t about the number of zeros in your bank account. It’s about the real value behind money — the willingness of others to provide goods and services. Money is just a symbol, a tool that represents the trust and energy we’ve earned from others.

This brings us to the concept of karma. If we wish to receive — to enjoy the services, care, and creations of others — we must first give. Karma teaches that value must be earned, and that earning begins with offering value ourselves. In short: the universe is fair.

If we find ourselves lacking, it may not be due to external injustice but rather a sign that our wealth karma has run low. No one owes us anything — yet. To restore that balance, we begin again by giving. Not just money. A kind smile, an open door, a helping hand — these all count. Every sincere act of generosity plants a karmic seed.

And when the universe responds — through a job, a gift, or an unexpected opportunity — we must not discriminate. That’s why I sing: Dollar, Pound or RMB — I’ll take any currency. Be open. Let moral values guide your path, but release rigid expectations. Too often we limit ourselves by clinging to identity or fear of change.

For example, I was a Chartered Accountant. Throughout my career, I narrowly defined myself by that role. Even when opportunities arose outside that identity, I stayed within my comfort zone. I don’t regret it — but I also see how it limited the range of possibilities I allowed myself to explore.

In the end, Jambhala doesn’t just bless us with money — but with the conditions for abundance. That starts with an open heart, a giving spirit, and the courage to say yes when the universe knocks.

Jambhala, bling me up, don’t miss,

Drop that gold, give me fortune with a twist.

Typically, we pray to Jambhala as an external source of help — a divine presence who will take care of our needs. This is what I call the cry-baby syndrome, as mentioned in Part 1: we cry out for salvation without realizing the power within us.

But Vajrayana Buddhism offers a deeper, more empowering teaching — skillfully woven into the empowerment ritual that precedes any mantra practice.

Before invoking any deity or reciting a mantra, we must first receive an empowerment. And this empowerment isn’t just ceremonial; it serves to introduce us to the essence of the deity and what they represent.

Jambhala is not just a god of wealth — he is a Bodhisattva, and to truly connect with him, we must understand what a Bodhisattva is.

At heart, a Bodhisattva is someone who aspires to become a Buddha — not for personal gain, but to help all beings attain happiness. The life path of a Bodhisattva is marked by the perfection of virtues. In Jambhala’s case, his path is the perfection of generosity — giving without judgment or attachment.

During empowerment, we are taught to visualize ourselves as Jambhala. This is the key message. As we chant his mantra daily, we gradually shift from seeing Jambhala as an external savior to realizing Jambhala within us. Over time, we don’t just call on Jambhala — we become Jambhala. And eventually, even that identity dissolves into spacious awareness.

This practice is not just mystical fantasy — it’s a profound psychological and spiritual exercise. It’s empowerment in the truest sense, and it encapsulates the entire essence of Buddhism: transformation, awakening, and the release of suffering.

When our spiritual wisdom is still young, we may cry to Jambhala like a child cries for a caregiver. But as we grow, the teachings come together. The scattered puzzle pieces of spirituality form a coherent picture — one that reveals our own capacity to give, to liberate, and to embody wealth in its highest form.

And that is the real fortune with a twist!

Jambhala, bless, bless, bless,

Cash my dreams, clean up this mess!

When life overwhelms us with problems, it can feel paralyzing. We lose direction, forget what needs to be done, and fall into a state of helplessness. In such dark moments, even a simple Buddhist chanting prayer can work wonders.

Why? Because in a crisis, our worst enemy is often not the situation itself—but our overwhelmed minds. We spiral into thoughts of failure, hopelessness, and worst-case scenarios. These thoughts darken our hearts, drain our energy, and make it harder to see a way forward.

But when we chant a mantra, something powerful happens. Our mind shifts. Instead of chasing thoughts, we anchor ourselves in sound, rhythm, and meaning. That moment of focus creates space—space for calm, for strength, and for insight. In that silence between the noise, a new direction can emerge.

Even if we’re still spiritual infants, crying out for help, chanting gives us a sense of hope. A sense that someone—or something—is listening. In the form of Jambhala, we feel a divine presence that reminds us: “You’re not alone. Things can get better.”

But here’s the key: the first mess Jambhala helps us clean is the one inside our own heads. The chaos of our thoughts. And to invite Jambhala’s help, we must first use our own minds — to focus, to trust, and to stay open.

So where is Jambhala? Who is Jambhala?

May our wisdom go deeper…

That’s all for now.

May all be well and happy.