Insight Hour with Joseph Goldstein12 Okt 2023

Ep. 183 – The Why and How of Practice

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.

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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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