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I wanna know why people choose to meditate and also, suggestions on how to stay focused? Thanks~
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Mindfulness Meditation is intended to purify the mind. It cleanses the thought process of what can be called psychic irritants, things like greed, hatred and ignorance, things that keep us snarled up in emotional bondage. It brings the mind to a state of tranquility and awareness, to a state of concentration and insight. When one practices mindfulness meditation, he meditates on anicca (impermanence), dukkha (suffering), and anatta (non-self), using the breath as an anchor. The key to mindfulness meditation is observation without attachment. Will share with you-the basics of mindfulness meditation-which will help you get started. Find a quiet and comfortable place. Sit in a chair or on a cushion on the floor with your head, neck and back straight but not stiff. Put aside all thoughts of the past and the future and stay in the present moment. Become aware of your breathing, focusing on the sensation of air moving in and out of your body as you breathe. Feel your belly rise and fall, the air enter your nostrils and leave your mouth. Pay attention to the way each breath changes and is different. Watch every thought come and go, whether it be a worry, fear, anxiety or hope. âObservation-without attachment-is an important key to mindfulness meditationâ. In mindfulness meditation one is 'an observer' of thoughts that arise in the mind during meditation. These thoughts are neither analyzed nor harshly judged but are recognized as they simply are: thoughts and feelings. They are not to be clinged to, for clinging causes suffering. We use the breath as an anchor. What does this mean? When a thought/feeling arises in the mind, we observe it-making a mental note of it, then gently return to the breath. If youâre observing your thoughts/emotions without getting caught up in them, then your on the right track. This practice of mindfulness meditation requires patience and through daily practice - patience is cultivated and wisdom is gained. Remember not to be hard on yourself when your thoughts wander; be gentle with the mind, and simply return to the breath. Practicing Mindfulness Meditation for 20 min. a day-to get started-is sufficient. After you've been meditating for a month or so, you may wish to add on another 5-10 minutes to each session. "Mindfulness in Plain English" By: Henepola Gunaratana- covers what meditation is, what it isn't, attitude, the practice, what to do with your body, what to do with your mind, structuring your meditation, set-up exercises, dealing with problems, dealing with distractions, sati or mindfulness, mindfulness vs. concentration and mindfulness in everyday life. *Andrew Weiss, who is ordained in both Thich Nhat Hanh's Order of Interbeing and the White Plum Lineage of the Japanese Soto Zen Tradition - has an excellent beginner's book on the practice of Mindfulness Meditation called "Beginning Mindfulness: Learning The Way of Awareness" which teaches Mindfulness of Breathing, Walking Meditation, Mindfulness Meditation, Loving-kindness Meditation, Tonglin: The Art of Practicing Compassion, and Mindfulness in Everyday Life.
Best Wishes to you on your meditation practice.
Mindfulness Meditation is intended to purify the mind. It cleanses the thought process of what can be called psychic irritants, things like greed, hatred and ignorance, things that keep us snarled up in emotional bondage. It brings the mind to a state of tranquility and awareness, to a state of concentration and insight. When one practices mindfulness meditation, he meditates on anicca (impermanence), dukkha (suffering), and anatta (non-self), using the breath as an anchor. The key to mindfulness meditation is observation without attachment. Will share with you-the basics of mindfulness meditation-which will help you get started. Find a quiet and comfortable place. Sit in a chair or on a cushion on the floor with your head, neck and back straight but not stiff. Put aside all thoughts of the past and the future and stay in the present moment. Become aware of your breathing, focusing on the sensation of air moving in and out of your body as you breathe. Feel your belly rise and fall, the air enter your nostrils and leave your mouth. Pay attention to the way each breath changes and is different. Watch every thought come and go, whether it be a worry, fear, anxiety or hope. âObservation-without attachment-is an important key to mindfulness meditationâ. In mindfulness meditation one is 'an observer' of thoughts that arise in the mind during meditation. These thoughts are neither analyzed nor harshly judged but are recognized as they simply are: thoughts and feelings. They are not to be clinged to, for clinging causes suffering. We use the breath as an anchor. What does this mean? When a thought/feeling arises in the mind, we observe it-making a mental note of it, then gently return to the breath. If youâre observing your thoughts/emotions without getting caught up in them, then your on the right track. This practice of mindfulness meditation requires patience and through daily practice - patience is cultivated and wisdom is gained. Remember not to be hard on yourself when your thoughts wander; be gentle with the mind, and simply return to the breath. Practicing Mindfulness Meditation for 20 min. a day-to get started-is sufficient. After you've been meditating for a month or so, you may wish to add on another 5-10 minutes to each session. "Mindfulness in Plain English" By: Henepola Gunaratana- covers what meditation is, what it isn't, attitude, the practice, what to do with your body, what to do with your mind, structuring your meditation, set-up exercises, dealing with problems, dealing with distractions, sati or mindfulness, mindfulness vs. concentration and mindfulness in everyday life. *Andrew Weiss, who is ordained in both Thich Nhat Hanh's Order of Interbeing and the White Plum Lineage of the Japanese Soto Zen Tradition - has an excellent beginner's book on the practice of Mindfulness Meditation called "Beginning Mindfulness: Learning The Way of Awareness" which teaches Mindfulness of Breathing, Walking Meditation, Mindfulness Meditation, Loving-kindness Meditation, Tonglin: The Art of Practicing Compassion, and Mindfulness in Everyday Life.
Best Wishes to you on your meditation practice.
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I have not been a good person for a long time and I would like to change. Anyone know of a good place to learn about being zen so I can have some knowledge if I want to go to one of those meditation places or whatever their called.
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Actually, you don't need to know anything in advance before you go to a Zen center. Every Zen center will have easy ways for new people to get started with Zen practice. The practice itself is quite simple and the Zen center community will support you along the way.
If you practice Zen meditation sincerely, then over time your life will begin to change. You just have to do it!
A classic book on Zen (THE classic) is "Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind" by Suzuki Roshi. It's readily available, both new and used. Most libraries have it. I've provided an Amazon link below.
I've also provided a link to a directory of Zen centers in the United States. If you live in another country, this site also has listings of centers in other countries. Good luck!
Actually, you don't need to know anything in advance before you go to a Zen center. Every Zen center will have easy ways for new people to get started with Zen practice. The practice itself is quite simple and the Zen center community will support you along the way.
If you practice Zen meditation sincerely, then over time your life will begin to change. You just have to do it!
A classic book on Zen (THE classic) is "Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind" by Suzuki Roshi. It's readily available, both new and used. Most libraries have it. I've provided an Amazon link below.
I've also provided a link to a directory of Zen centers in the United States. If you live in another country, this site also has listings of centers in other countries. Good luck!
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