Buddhist Geeks

Meditation in the Digital Age

Jul 29, 2015

Vincent Horn, part of a new generation of teachers, discusses meditating in the digital age and blending sacred and secular practices. He introduces his project MindTraining.io and explores the value of contemplative traditions in the modern context.

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The importance of relationships and mentorship in meditation practice, and the need to reimagine the role of the teacher and community in supporting practitioners.

The exploration and integration of technology into meditation practice, viewing technology as a tool to enhance understanding and consciousness exploration while retaining the essence of meditation practice.

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Integrating Relationships and Mentoring in Meditation Practice

The industrial meditation complex, influenced by the transmission of meditation from India to the West, focused on mass-scale retreat centers with a one-size-fits-all curriculum. However, there is a growing recognition of the importance of relationships and mentorship in meditation practice. The ability to engage in real, interpersonal relationships and have ongoing conversations about meditation experiences is seen as a valuable aspect of the contemplative path. Technology, such as Skype and virtual reality, has already facilitated deeper connections and conversations. As relationships come back into focus, there is a need to reimagine the role of the teacher and the community in supporting practitioners.

The Depth of Vince Horn

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The Power of Embodied Expression

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Introduction

2min

Appreciating the Vision of Buddhist Geeks

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Experiencing Stillness and Movement

7min

Meditation and the Digital Age

17min

Exploring the Value of Contemplative Traditions and the Integration of the Religious and Secular Domains

6min

Vincent Horn is part of a new generation of teachers who are translating the wisdom traditions of the past into 21st century code. In this talk from a recent San Francisco Consciousness Hacking Meet-Up, Vincent introduces himself to the group and describes the questions that have led to a new project: Mindtraining.io. What does it mean to meditate in the digital age? What does the contemplative path look like right now and how do we want it to look? And finally, how do we bring the sacred and secular together in a way that works? Episode Links: www.MindTraining.io Consciousness Hacking San Francisco Meetup ( http://www.meetup.com/Consciousness-Hacking-San-Francisco/ ) video recording of the meetup with post-talk open discussion ( http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/60364099 ) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.