Stillness Flowing (audiobook) 17 Chapter VI: The Heart of the Matter - Nuts and Bolts
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Jan 15, 2021 Explore the transformative teachings of the Buddha on meditation, focusing on the Noble Eightfold Path to liberation from suffering. Discover how ethical restraint, mindfulness, and generosity shape mental clarity. Learn practical tips like mindful breathing and body contemplation, alongside navigating thoughts during practice. Experience insights on blending sitting and walking meditation for a holistic approach. There are metaphors for guiding the mind, illustrating the journey towards self-awareness and tranquility.
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Threefold Path Is Holistic
- The Buddha's teachings split into understanding suffering and ending it through the Noble Eightfold Path.
- Luang Por Cha framed the path as threefold training: sila, samadhi and banya working together.
Train Ethics, Concentration, And Wisdom Together
- Cultivate sila, samadhi and banya together rather than isolating meditation from ethical conduct and view.
- Train body, speech and mind so one aspect supports the others in practice.
Generosity Prepares The Heart For Letting Go
- Generosity (dāna) trains letting go and weakens possessiveness gradually through practiced sacrifice.
- Giving strengthens a warm, benevolent heart that supports deeper letting go in meditation.