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Matthew Immergut: The Mind Re-Illuminated - on Gurus, Practise & Awakening

Adventures in Awareness

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Meditation and Transformation

This chapter explores the speaker's journey into meditation, detailing their experiences from high school to an ultra-orthodox Hasidic community. Through a transformative Vipassana retreat, they confront their struggles with addiction and highlight the stark contrasts between the focus gained from Adderall and that achieved through mindfulness. The narrative emphasizes the power of introspection, visual imagery during meditation, and the significant impact on their life choices.

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