When we meditate, it’s natural for thoughts to pop up in our minds. At first, this can seem distracting, but it’s important to accept that this is part of the process. Once we embrace this, our minds become more comfortable, and we release the need to be serious or stressed when thoughts arise. Meditation is …
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Today, a teaching monk reminded everyone about the principles of meditation: relaxation and focus. When meditating, it’s essential to have both, as lacking one can lead to uncomfortable feelings. If we lack focus, our minds will wander, thinking about many things, worrying about the future, or regretting the past. This prevents our minds from truly …
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Why are you trying so hard? You will attain the Dhammakaya because everybody has the Dhammakaya within. The center of the body is within us and your mind is capable of reaching it. All that is left is practicing the correct technique – by feeling relaxed and bringing the mind to a standstill at the …
Today, the teaching monk reminded everyone about the principles of meditation. You must maintain both consciousness and relaxation during meditation. If you realize you lack something, just take a break, slowly open your eyes, and restart. Don’t think of it as a waste of time; it’s a process of transitioning from thinking to stopping thinking. …
Today, the monk shared knowledge about meditation practice, he emphasized the importance of practicing meditation every day and gave tips for meditation. As Indispensable as Air Meditation must become part of your routine, like taking a shower, washing up, and brushing your teeth. It is as indispensable as air. Without it, we cannot thrive. When …
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Today, a teaching monk reminded everyone about the importance of practicing meditation every day. He emphasized that our time is limited and we shouldn’t waste it with excuses not to practice. When you procrastinate on your meditation, you are essentially postponing your happiness. When you finally decide to come back to it, it will be …
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Today, a teaching monk shared his knowledge about meditation. He reminded everyone of the importance of practicing meditation every day. In the beginning, you can start by bringing your mind back to the present moment for a minute every hour. This helps your mind become familiar with calmness and peacefulness. You can recite the mantra …
Today, a teaching monk delivered a powerful reminder about the importance of meditation. He likened the practice of meditation to the act of collecting drops of water in a jar. Each time we meditate, it is as if we are adding a drop of water to our jar, gradually filling it with positive energy and …
Today, a teaching monk emphasized the importance of practicing meditation daily, likening it to a skill that requires regular honing. Here is the tip provided by the monk on how to improve and sustain a daily meditation practice. “An Excellent Chef” “Still your mind peacefully for as long as possible.Do just that. Don’t concern yourself …
Today, the Cape Town Meditation Center organized a Vesak ceremony to commemorate the birth, enlightenment, and passing away of Lord Buddha. The event began with the teaching monk providing insights into the life and virtues of Lord Buddha, emphasizing that “Buddha” is not a name but a position achievable by anyone through strong determination and …