In Buddhism, meditation means “mental culture.” One of its main aims, among other things, is to cleanse your mind of impurities and disturbances. The main obstacles to achieving this goal are the five hindrances, which erode the foundation of your conduct in its mental, verbal, and physical dimensions. “It is helpful to explore the texture … Read more
You are never in complete control of your life. Letting go of this illusion realigns you with the flow of your current circumstances and lets them work for you rather than against you. This is what mindfulness meditation can help you achieve by providing insight into the three marks of existence. Contrary to popular belief … Read more
Mindfulness of mental states allows you to conduct a continuous inward monitoring by asking, “How is the mind?” From this perspective, outside events — where all our attention usually goes — become secondary. What really matters is your mind’s reaction to them. Developing this awareness is the main task of this mental exercise, which is … Read more
As a Buddhist practice, mindfulness of feelings provides clarity when you ask, “How do I feel?” The significance of this inquiry for your everyday life becomes evident when you observe how any outside stimuli, however small, provokes your reaction. But its efficacy depends on a genuine interest in your current experience. “Contemplation of feelings shines … Read more