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Essence of Mindfulness
- Mindfulness means being present and aware of our awareness, not just existing in the present moment.
- It includes observing our experience with meta-cognition, knowing that we are knowing.
Fear Acceptance Breakthrough
- Joseph Goldstein struggled with fear in meditation, recognizing it but resisting it for years.
- Acceptance finally came when he thought, "If this fear is here for the rest of my life, it's ok."
Use Mental Noting
- Use mental noting by softly labeling experiences to focus and maintain mindfulness.
- Experiment with noting in sitting or walking meditation to build this skill as a practical tool.