10% Happier with Dan Harris How to Catch Unhelpful Thoughts Before They Take Over with Bhikkhu Bodhi | Staff Picks
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Jul 18, 2025 
In this enlightening discussion, Bhikkhu Bodhi, a renowned Buddhist scholar and teacher, delves into the art of mindfulness of mind. He explores the four foundations of mindfulness and shares practical techniques for observing and managing thoughts without judgment. The conversation underscores the importance of self-awareness in meditation and offers insights into cultivating a deeper understanding of one's mental states. Listeners will gain valuable tools to strengthen their mindfulness practice and enhance emotional clarity.
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Mindfulness as Internal Watcher
- Unobserved unwholesome mind states gain power and dominate.
- Mindfulness acts like mirrors in a shop, reflecting states to prevent harmful actions.
Mindfulness to Catch Thoughts Early
- Observe arising mind states without trying to control them.
- Note and identify each state, then let it go to prevent domination of the mind.
Recognizing Real Mindfulness
- Mindfulness means sustained self-observation of body and mind.
- Awareness that you have drifted is itself an act of mindfulness.