Secular Buddhism

140 - Mindfulness For Everyday Life

Sep 15, 2020
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INSIGHT

Mindfulness Defined

  • Mindfulness is non-judgmental observation of the present moment and a way of being.
  • It allows us to observe emotions like anger without adding aversion or judgment to them.
ANECDOTE

Anger When Driving Example

  • When driving, if a car cuts you off, the first reaction may be strong anger.
  • Mindfulness means observing that anger without getting angry about being angry.
INSIGHT

Avoid Reacting to Emotions

  • Often experiencing an emotion triggers a secondary reaction of aversion to that emotion.
  • Mindfulness helps us remain with the primary experience without generating that secondary reaction.
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