Wisdom of the Masters Thich Nhat Hanh ~ Sun of Awareness ~ Zen Buddhism
Dec 17, 2023
Thich Nhat Hanh, a Zen Buddhist monk, discusses meditation, awareness, interconnectedness, and self-identity. He emphasizes the value of mindfulness in guiding internal experiences like a river and finding balance within oneself by embracing grey areas. The podcast explores the relationship between self and consciousness using natural analogies to promote a state of serene flow.
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Flowing River Of Mind
- Thoughts and feelings flow like a river that cannot be stopped by force.
- Awareness lets us follow and gently guide that flow instead of meeting resistance.
Keep The Sun Of Awareness Bright
- Practice meditation to keep the "sun" of awareness shining and illuminating every detail of your perceptions.
- Observe the birth, duration, and disappearance of thoughts, feelings, and sensations with gentle attention.
Peace Without Absence
- Awareness brings a sense of control and peace while the river of perception still flows.
- Peace is not the freezing of thoughts; a mindful mind can be active yet serene.