Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The Buddha Ep. 952 - (Group Learning Program) - Guided Breathing Mindfulness Meditation and Student Questions
Jan 3, 2026
This time, a curious student dives deep into mindfulness meditation and its impact on the journey to enlightenment. They tackle intriguing questions about what it means to cut off thoughts versus ignoring them. Concerns about complacency arise as they explore finding balance in daily life. The student also investigates the nature of plants in Buddhism, leading to a discussion on karma and ethical considerations related to living beings. Join them for a guided meditation and enlightening insights into ethical precepts that govern our actions.
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Anchor The Mind To The Breath
- Establish a steady, natural breath and fixate the mind on its sensation or sound at the nose.
- When the mind wanders, actively cut off the thought and return to the breath without analyzing it.
Cut Thoughts Off, Don't Just Ignore
- Learn to cut thoughts off and bring the mind back to stability rather than merely ignoring them.
- Actively cut off cravings or discontent as they arise and let them go to build mental control.
Use The Middle Way With Temptations
- Use a middle way: permit small breaks but prevent brief distractions from stretching into weeks.
- Train yourself to pick up a temptation briefly and put it down repeatedly to strengthen self-control.