TED Talks Daily How to tap into your awareness -- and why meditation is easier than you think | Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche
44 snips
Dec 6, 2022 Dive into the world of meditation with Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, who reveals that true meditation is about cultivating awareness, not suppressing thoughts. Hear personal stories that challenge common misconceptions and showcase how panic can transform into presence. Rinpoche shares a simple three-step process to help anyone meditate effortlessly, even amidst life's chaos. This lighthearted chat offers practical advice for embracing our emotions and finding serenity in everyday moments.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Connect, Don't Stop
- Don't try to stop thinking during meditation, as this often backfires.
- Instead, connect with your awareness of your thoughts, feelings, and senses.
Avoid Blanking Out
- Avoid "blanking out" or chasing specific feelings during meditation.
- Accept all thoughts and emotions as they arise.
Panic and the Sky
- Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche struggled with panic attacks since childhood.
- His father, a meditation teacher, advised him not to fight the panic but to observe it.