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Establishing and Sustaining Zen Practice

Rochester Zen Center Teisho (Zen Talks)

CHAPTER

The Importance of Being Present

In this chapter, they discuss the importance of being present and how to bring oneself back to the present moment. They highlight the practice of listening to natural sounds or focusing on immediate sensations as a way to cultivate presence. They also mention the initial practice of following the breath and the challenge of quieting the mind from constant thoughts and distractions.

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