mindfulness

Teachings on mindfulness, a mental factor that enables the mind to stay on its chosen object. These include teachings on mindfulness in developing concentration and keeping ethical conduct.

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Shantideva Teachings in Singapore

Chapter 5: Verses 34-54

Advice on developing mindfulness and introspective awareness by "remaining still like a piece of wood."

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Blue sky and green meadow at Sravasti Abbey.
Harmony with the Environment

Living in harmony when things fall apart

Ways to respond constructively to environmental degradation instead of feeling helpless.

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A Presentation of the Establishment of Mindfulness

Mindfulness of the body

The specific characteristics of the body, the benefits of meditating on the body, and how…

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A Presentation of the Establishment of Mindfulness

The two manners of meditation

How we grasp at the four observed objects: body, feelings, mind and phenomena. The common…

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Cultivating Concentration Retreat 2010

Practices before serenity meditation

Explaining the practices to make the body and mind relaxed. Further details on visualization of…

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Cultivating Concentration Retreat 2010

Concentration in Buddhist practice

An introduction to Buddhist terms and concepts for the practice of shamatha. Guided meditation on…

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A Presentation of the Establishment of Mindfulness

Four observed objects

What are the objects of observation of the establishments of mindfulness? The body, feelings, mind,…

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A Presentation of the Establishment of Mindfulness

Six types of breathing meditation

Want to know more about breathing meditation? What are the different types of breathing meditation?

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A Presentation of the Establishment of Mindfulness

Preparatory practices for establishing mindfulness

The importance of mindfulness in maintaining ethical conduct, and in developing concentration and wisdom.

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The text of the Four Noble Truths written on a paper
Exploring Monastic Life 2010

Motivation in a monastic environment

Examining the kind of mind that we want to cultivate when living a monastic way…

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