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Ep. 183 – The Why and How of Practice
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Joseph Goldstein dissects the concept of meditation from the what, to the why, to the how.
This dharma talk was recorded on July 8, 2007, at the Insight Meditation Society and was originally published on Dharma Seed.
This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/insighthour
In this talk, Joseph:
- Demystifies meditation
- Asks, “Why do we meditate?” and “How do we meditate?”
- Emphasizes the importance of settling down the mind to achieve real clarity and stillness
- Reminds us that meditation is not only about blissful feelings
- Identifies the relationship between our bodies and our minds
- Advocates for the acceptance and awareness of our own thoughts
“Meditation is not about whether it’s pleasant or unpleasant. It’s about how aware we are, how mindful we are.” - Joesph Goldstein
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With its blend of humor, wisdom, and accessible approach, The Art of Teaching Mindfulness ebook is a must-read for anyone interested in sharing the life-changing practices of mindfulness with others.
Already downloaded by over 15k people, visit dharmamoon.com/ebook to get YOUR free copy of The Art of Teaching Mindfulness!
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Manage episode 379613427 series 1355245
Joseph Goldstein dissects the concept of meditation from the what, to the why, to the how.
This dharma talk was recorded on July 8, 2007, at the Insight Meditation Society and was originally published on Dharma Seed.
This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/insighthour
In this talk, Joseph:
- Demystifies meditation
- Asks, “Why do we meditate?” and “How do we meditate?”
- Emphasizes the importance of settling down the mind to achieve real clarity and stillness
- Reminds us that meditation is not only about blissful feelings
- Identifies the relationship between our bodies and our minds
- Advocates for the acceptance and awareness of our own thoughts
“Meditation is not about whether it’s pleasant or unpleasant. It’s about how aware we are, how mindful we are.” - Joesph Goldstein
Discover the transformative practice of teaching mindfulness in a new FREE 30-page ebook by Senior Buddhist teacher and Emmy award-winning musician, David Nichtern.
With its blend of humor, wisdom, and accessible approach, The Art of Teaching Mindfulness ebook is a must-read for anyone interested in sharing the life-changing practices of mindfulness with others.
Already downloaded by over 15k people, visit dharmamoon.com/ebook to get YOUR free copy of The Art of Teaching Mindfulness!
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
216 episode
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