Sublime

Wisdom, meditation, and ethical training each work synergistically (rather than linearly) to support one another. Harmonious lifestyle reduces fluctuations of mind and facilitates deepening insight, while insight into the nature of reality fosters tranquility and enables a responsible, caring engagement with life. Like the three-pronged cycle of se

Offer Cues from the Middle of Your Own Practice

The facilitator stays close to his own felt experience of arising sensations in the body, thoughts, and emotions as he listens (not just with his ears but with his whole body), using these sensations as guideposts for the next question.

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This is our neuropsychological home base: to be calm, contented, and caring.

if one maintains one’s practice, then eventually the mind becomes steadfast and concentrated. If one gives up one’s practice, however, one’s mind immediately becomes overwhelmed again.

My friend Emily Fletcher is the author of Stress Less, Accomplish More and the founder of Ziva, a renowned meditation studio

When supported by the happiness of a concentrated mind, protected by the shelter of virtuous actions, invigorated by direct insight, and fueled by an unwavering commitment to freedom, even difficult practices may not be burdensome.

Remember, our goal is to keep the serenity of our minds. Whether our mercy is going to help others or not, by our own feeling of mercy, at least we are helped.