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Diggin' the Dharma
The Question of Internal, External and Both.
May 12, 2024
Exploring internal and external perceptions through mindfulness practice, blurring the boundaries between the two. Delving into neutral vedna and its impact on ignorance. Reflecting on the elusive instruction to balance internal and external elements for personal benefit. Considering the interplay between internal and external experiences, using examples like the taste of coffee to illustrate different stimuli.
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- The concept of internal and external experiences blurs as seen in mindfulness, challenging the distinction's solidity.
- Exploring Vedna, neutral feelings raise questions on boredom versus equanimity, disrupting the duality of pleasure-pain.
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Exploring the Boundary between Internal and External Experiences
The podcast delves into the concept of internal and external experiences, examining how they interplay and whether their distinction is fluid. The hosts discuss the notion of observing both external stimuli and internal sensations, highlighting how the boundary between them can blur or merge. They explore the implications of perceiving 'internal versus external' and the potential for experiencing a state beyond dualism.
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