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#661 - Sam Harris - How To Take Control Of Your Mind

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The Nature of Mindfulness Meditation

Mindfulness meditation is not a technique but a state of not being distracted by thoughts. It involves being fully present and willing to experience emotions without trying to get rid of them. By being mindful, one can observe thoughts as they arise, without identifying with them. This is similar to waking up from a dream and realizing that the thoughts and situations in the dream were imaginary. Mindfulness meditation helps break the spell of thought and allows for a more clear and aware state of being.

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