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10y ago
The Anatomy of a Thought

Thoughts are like waves, they may be inviting but they remain transient and volatile. Meditate for insight.

10y ago
Nine Stages of Attaining Bliss

From a turbulent and restless mind to the calm-abiding mind, there are nine stages in Mahamudra meditation.

10y ago
Nine States of Attention

To reach a state of deep absorption requires building your concentration. It's staged and measurable.

10y ago
Six Principles of Meditation

Tilopa gave six short and profound instructions on meditation to his chief disciple. Every meditator should know them.

12y ago
Images: The Fourth Hurdle in Meditation

As you sit down to meditate, trying to build your concentration, random images start bombarding you. It's a hurdle.

12y ago
Thoughts: The Third Hurdle in Meditation

Tidal waves of stray thoughts can rock your boat of a quiet mind disrupting your meditation.

12y ago
Laziness in Meditation

An elephant is the sign of dullness in meditation. A skilled meditator uses acceptance and alertness to tame it.

12y ago
Restlessness in Meditation

A restless mind is comparable to a monkey, forever hopping and active. Mindfulness is the antidote.

12y ago
Two Types of Meditation

"One who understands the reality of one thing, knows the reality of everything." - The Venerable One

12y ago
The Three Legged Elephant

You can't not think about something by not thinking about it. The mind will cling to whatever you want to avoid.

12y ago
Traṭaka — The Practice of Still Gaze

Trataka, or the practice of still gaze, is the art of perfecting and stilling your gaze. It's a must for a serious meditator.

12y ago
Shravana – The Practice of Listening

Good listening requires that you are attentive, in the present moment. And living in the present immediately makes you calm like a lake.

12y ago
Ekagrata — The Practice of Concentration

The practice of concentration is an absolute must for any meditator. It is the basis of meditation, in fact.

12y ago
Sankalpa: The Practice of Resolve

Sankalpa is often compared to the perfectly stable and still Himalayas. A sincere seeker's resolve is like the Himalayas.


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