concentration
Concentration refers to focusing single-pointedly on the object of meditation. Posts include instruction and guided meditations.
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Preliminaries to meditation
Introduction to the series and text. How to set up a daily meditation practice. The…
View PostDeveloping calm abiding
How keeping precepts helps one's meditation practice and helps in living a happier life.
View PostThe removal of distracting thoughts
The methods for dealing with the hindrances to concentration and the mental factors to be…
View PostHindrances to serenity
Explaining the mental factors that interfere with our concentration, how they are related and prompt…
View PostMental factors and states of consciousness
The two mental factors crucial for concentration. Developing meditative stabilization grounded on renunciation, bodhicitta, and…
View PostConcentration: Worldview, technique, result
Importance of motivation for concentration/meditation to lead us to liberation and enlightenment.
View PostWorking with the mind in a structured way
An explanation of diligent study and practice of the Dharma with practical ways of working…
View PostDesire and happiness
The five hindrances to developing meditative concentration, and what it means to be "in the…
View PostThe six far-reaching practices
How the six far-reaching practices work together enabling us to progress on the path.
View PostThe hindrances: Dullness and restlessness
A guided meditation session followed by the continued teaching on the five hindrances to concentration.…
View PostThe hindrances: Desire and malice
The difference between arhats and bodhisattvas in attaining full awakening. The hindrances of sensual desire…
View PostUltimate goal of developing concentration
Exploring the long-term purpose of shamatha meditation and the positive impact to everyone.
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