Exploring Obstacles and Benefits of Meditation Practice

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The biggest obstacle in meditation is the misconception that one must clear their mind. Trying to silence thoughts leads to frustration, making individuals feel at war with themselves. Distractions during meditation are beneficial as they build mental strength. Coming back to the breath after getting distracted is where the power lies, akin to lifting weights to develop mental muscles. Understanding this shifts one's perception of meditation, no longer feeling like a failure for having a wandering mind. Embracing a busy mind is crucial for successful meditation practice.

What if the most courageous, compassionate thing you could do in life, was to learn how to be with yourself?

Today’s clip is from episode 387 of the podcast with Buddhist monk, meditation teacher and author of ‘A Handbook for Hard Times: A Monk’s Guide to Fearless Living’ - Gelong Thubten.

In this clip he explains that when we distract ourselves by scrolling, overeating, or drinking for example, we’re pushing away emotional pain or discomfort – even if we may not realise it. But the discomfort is really in the pushing. If we can learn instead to sit with what’s making us uncomfortable, those emotions start to transform.

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