
#417 – Kimbal Musk: The Art of Cooking, Tesla, SpaceX, Zip2, and Family
Lex Fridman Podcast
The Art of Meditation and Being the Watcher
Meditation involves sitting calmly and listening to one's thoughts to calm the nervous system and cope with stress. It is about realizing that you are the watcher of your thoughts, not just the thoughts themselves. By observing your thoughts, you uncover a consistent other presence alongside you, a beautiful presence that does not intervene or dictate but simply exists. This practice of being the watcher and acknowledging this additional presence can offer a profound experience of connection and peace.
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