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The greatest gift is the
gift of the teachings
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Dharma Talks
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2009-01-12
Energy,view and Anapansati
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Ajahn Sucitto
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When the mind is relieved from pressure, we can review the experience of what’s running through the mind, feeling the changes in terms of somatic energy. This energy body has primary intelligence, and retains learnt impressions. Through mindfulness of breathing, we calm and soothe this energy body – with resultant clarity.
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Cittaviveka
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Winter Retreat
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2009-01-10
The Five Khandhas
52:06
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Ajahn Sucitto
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The five khandhā provide a frame of reference for contemplation. Rather than trying to get rid of them, we examine them in order to understand that the seemingly solid basis of our experience is actually changing, inconstant, and dependent on consciousness.
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Cittaviveka
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Winter Retreat
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2009-01-09
The Wearing out of Sankharas
39:00
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Ajahn Sucitto
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When we meditate, we might notice reactive and compulsive surges of energy (saṇkhārā). If we can step back from getting involved with them, they gradually wear out. Then the mind stream becomes something we have a say over. There is an ability to make wise choices; this is a mark of freedom.
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Cittaviveka
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Winter Retreat
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2009-01-06
Themes of meditation
30:49
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Ajahn Sucitto
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Through referencing the parable of the cook (S.47:8), we are encouraged to get to know the mind in order to choose the meditation theme that suits it best. There are a range of themes you can use to counteract hindrances: such as death contemplation, unattractiveness of the body, lovingkindness, Buddha and breathing. Through trial and error, find out what is needed.
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Cittaviveka
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Winter Retreat
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