The Four Faces of Mara
The Myths That Make Us
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Exploring Meta Cognition and the Challenges of Concentration in Meditation
The chapter delves into the importance of meta cognition and executive attention in meditation, discussing samadhi as intentional attention control and the significance of awakening. It introduces the mental tendencies embodied by Mara, highlighting mindlessness, distraction, mind wandering, and reactivity. The challenges of mindlessness, distracted concentration, and mind wandering are explored, emphasizing the need for intense concentration and mindfulness training to combat distractions and improve overall well-being.
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