Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod 354: The Science of Meditation with Shinzen Young
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Dec 9, 2020 In this enlightening discussion, Shinzen Young, a mindfulness meditation teacher with over 50 years of experience, shares his profound insights into the art of meditation. He emphasizes the importance of developing foundational attention skills to enhance both meditation and everyday life. Shinzen warns that meditation alone isn’t the panacea for happiness and highlights the significance of addressing procrastination through mindfulness. He also introduces the See, Hear, Feel technique, encouraging listeners to refine their practices for greater effectiveness.
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Fundamental Meditation Skills
- Meditation cultivates three fundamental skills: concentration, clarity, and equanimity, which build the foundation for happiness and success.
- These skills reduce subtle self-interference, improving mental flow and well-being across life domains.
Overcoming Procrastination
- Shinzen struggled with procrastination for years and had to return a big advance from a major publisher.
- He overcame it by combining mindfulness with behavioral accountability through therapy, eventually completing his first book.
Concentration as Foundational Skill
- Concentration means focusing on what's relevant, whether narrow or broad, in the moment.
- Meditation strengthens this ability like a muscle, leading to better focus and performance in daily life.
