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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“Meditation is not about whether it’s pleasant or unpleasant. It’s about how aware we are, how mindful we are.” – Joseph Goldstein
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
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