Mastering the Core Teaches of the Buddha is a new book by Ravi Agrawal. It's an approach to meditation that some people find offensive, but others have found it fun and engaging. The author says he wants scientific studies on techniques like this so we can better understand their benefits and potential harms.
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Why should we meditate? What are the typical developmental stages as one progresses along the contemplative path? What does it mean to "hold an ontology loosely"? Are some meditative techniques inappropriate for some practitioners? Are there risks associated with meditation?
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