How to meditate | Guided Meditation and talks Perception of Here and Now
Apr 16, 2025
Ajahn Amaro, a revered Buddhist monk and teacher at Amaravati Monastery, delves deep into the nature of perception and its impact on our lives. He discusses how shifting from rigid routines to a flexible mindset can enhance our ability to stay present. Listeners will explore the interplay between time, personal transformation, and the profound teachings of Dharma that shape our emotions and thoughts. Ajahn Amaro's insights invite reflection on living authentically in each moment.
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Dhamma Is Always Here And Now
- The Dhamma is always present and timeless, not located in past or future constructions.
- Ajahn Amaro invites noticing how plans and schedules distract from immediate reality.
The Pull Of Becoming
- The urge to become (bhava-tanha) pulls the mind into imagined futures and identities.
- This pull disconnects us from immediate dhamma realization and reinforces the rebirth process.
Acknowledge Urges With Humility
- Respect and acknowledge habitual urges rather than trying to switch them off by force.
- Feel and know these currents so they can be worked with instead of being blown around by them.