7-4 True Emptiness & Wondrous Existence: Ocean & Waves
Beginners may think that when they meditate, there should be no thoughts and emotions at all; and when thoughts and emotions do arise, they become annoyed and think they have failed. However, this is not the case. As long as you have a mind, there will be thoughts and emotions. Just as the ocean has […]
7-3 How Thoughts Change During Meditation
In the ordinary mind, we perceive the stream of thoughts as continuous; but in reality this is not the case. We will discover for ourselves that there is a gap between each thought. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtFxeYTCgcA&list=PLG59GFmZzsi6y0rppKahVNKdTocWEQizP&index=9&pp=gAQBiAQB When our awareness is strong, we can notice these gaps, and as a result, the thoughts also slow down. When the […]
7-2 Look at Where Thoughts Arise
When we begin to meditate, even in the midst of all the confusion (which means scattered thoughts), we should focus our attention on the breath or a mantra. Beginners can practice mindful breathing or chanting mantras to bring your mind back. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ycyTXarPsU&list=PLG59GFmZzsi6y0rppKahVNKdTocWEQizP&index=6&pp=gAQBiAQB If you can mindfully observe, you can focus your attention on where the […]
7-1 Maintain Our Awareness During Meditation
Today, we will continue to talk about thoughts and emotions. When people begin to meditate, they often say that their thoughts are running riot and have become wilder than ever before. But I reassure them that this is a good sign. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EB_HoZdJnw&list=PLG59GFmZzsi6y0rppKahVNKdTocWEQizP&index=15&pp=gAQBiAQB Far from meaning that your thoughts have become wilder, it shows that you […]
6 A Delicate Balance
In meditation, as in all arts, there has to be a delicate balance between relaxation and alertness. Once a monk called Shrona was studying meditation with one of the Buddha's closest disciples. He had difficulty finding the right frame of mind. He tried very hard to concentrate, and gave himself a headache. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXz7sFOs3rk&list=PLG59GFmZzsi6y0rppKahVNKdTocWEQizP&index=14&pp=gAQBiAQB0gcJCQwKAYcqIYzv Then he […]
5-3 Meditation method 3: Reciting a mantra
Reciting a Mantra The third technique is uniting the mind with the sound of a mantra. Mantras convey the great compassion and vows of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas and express the truth in the form of sound. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJiO_4wu8c4&list=PLG59GFmZzsi6y0rppKahVNKdTocWEQizP&index=3&pp=gAQBiAQB0gcJCQwKAYcqIYzv Each syllable is impregnated with spiritual power, condenses a spiritual truth, and vibrates with the blessing of the […]
5-2 Meditation method 2: Using an object
Using an object The second method is to rest the mind lightly on an object. Many people find this method very useful. This method is also very effective. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKrQ-baMs2A&list=PLG59GFmZzsi6y0rppKahVNKdTocWEQizP&index=2&pp=gAQBiAQB You can use an object of natural beauty that invokes a special feeling of inspiration for you, such as a flower or crystal. But something that […]
5-1 Meditation method 1: Watching the breath
The Buddha taught 84,000 different ways to tame and pacify the negative emotions. To put it simply, "negative" refers to emotions and afflictions. In Buddhism, there are countless methods of meditation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QVs3IMg5RQ&list=PLG59GFmZzsi6y0rppKahVNKdTocWEQizP&index=1&pp=gAQBiAQB Three meditation techniques are particularly effective in the modem world that anyone can practice and benefit from. They are: "watching" the breath, using […]
4-2 Right method peaceful environment can help us enter meditation
Likewise, when dealing with our flaws, we should be kind and humorous. In this way, we will also be kind and humorous towards others' flaws. If we are too harsh on ourselves, we will also be harsh and narrow-minded towards others. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDyJEixtjKE&list=PLG59GFmZzsi6y0rppKahVNKdTocWEQizP&index=5&pp=gAQBiAQB We shouldn't indulge in our flaws and negative thoughts, but we should treat […]
4-1 Deep breathing is good for health
When you meditate, keep your mouth slightly open, as if about to say a deep, relaxing sound. Before meditation or during breaks at work or in daily life, we can often take deep breaths, because we are often disturbed by delusions, distractions, and afflictions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UPEvgfUyTM&list=PLG59GFmZzsi6y0rppKahVNKdTocWEQizP&index=13&pp=gAQBiAQB In our daily life, we can often take deep breaths, […]