10% Happier with Dan Harris A More Relaxed Way to Meditate | Alexis Santos
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Nov 3, 2023 Alexis Santos, a meditation teacher with two decades of experience and a student of Burmese monk Sayadaw U Tejaniya, shares his journey toward a more relaxed meditation style. He discusses how shifting from over-effort to natural awareness can enhance practice. The conversation includes insights on integrating mindfulness into daily life, managing personal finances through mindfulness, and embracing the transformative power of acceptance. Santos encourages listeners to cultivate awareness without judgment, making meditation more accessible and enjoyable.
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Check Your Attitude
- Regularly ask yourself, "What's the attitude in my mind right now?"
- This helps reveal hidden tensions caused by wanting or aversion during meditation.
Awareness Is Easy
- Awareness itself isn't difficult; we simply forget to be present.
- Regularly checking in with your awareness can strengthen it over time.
Dan Harris's Retreat Experience
- Dan Harris initially resisted Sayadaw U Tejaniya's relaxed meditation style.
- However, he was surprised by its effectiveness in increasing awareness.
