Joseph Goldstein, a leading expert on mindfulness and Theravada Buddhism, explores the depths of the Satipatthana Sutta. He emphasizes how mindfulness of posture reveals essential truths about ourselves. The discussion highlights the simplicity of being aware of our movements and how this practice helps disentangle the mind from distractions. Goldstein also addresses the importance of being present and shows how mindfulness can overcome unwholesome states. Listeners gain insights into the connection between body and mind, promoting awareness in every aspect of life.
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Mindfulness of Posture
Practice mindfulness of body postures throughout the day, noticing the shift between walking, standing, sitting, and lying down.
This simple practice strengthens awareness and reveals insights into the Dharma.
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Posture Reveals Mind
Mindfulness of posture reveals the state of mind, like rushing or anticipation while walking.
It helps to disentangle the mind from distractions and be present.
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Just Walk
Try using the phrase "when walking, just walk" during walking meditation.
This can help disentangle the mind from extra thoughts and bring you back to the present moment.
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Joseph Goldstein demonstrates how the entire dhamma is revealed through mindfulness of posture in this continued analysis of the Sattipatthana Sutta.
The Satipatthana Sutta is one of the most celebrated and widely studied discourses in the Pāli Canon of Theravada Buddhism. This episode is the eighth part of an in-depth 48-part weekly lecture series from Joseph Goldstein that delves into every aspect of the Satipatthana Sutta. If you are just now jumping into the Satipatthana Sutta series, listen to Insight Hour Ep. 203 to follow along and get the full experience!
This time on Insight Hour, Joseph Goldstein dives into:
Being mindful of things both internally and externally
Abiding independent and not clinging to anything in the world
How the entire dhamma is revealed through mindfulness of posture
The simplicity of being aware of changes in posture throughout the day
Walking meditation and truly knowing that we are walking
Disentangling our mind from distractions and anticipation
Being rooted in the present with a sense of ease
How mindfulness of posture helps us overcome unwholesome states of mind
Paying attention to the motivation of our movements
How movement masks dukkha
Deepening our insight into selflessness
The conditionality of mind and body
De-identification and seeing all phenomena with proper wisdom
Don’t forget to grab a copy of the book Joseph references throughout this series, Satipaṭṭhāna: The Direct Path to Realization, HERE
“Mindfulness of the posture becomes the vehicle for strengthening continuity of awareness. The way the postures are manifesting reveals the state of our mind. It becomes the foundation or the place of stability for us to face and see through the unwholesome mind states.” – Joseph Goldstein
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