Drawing from Bhikkhu Analayo’s teachings on Anapanasati (Mindfulness of Breathing). Exploring the difference between close attention to a meditative object and a more open awareness. This is preceded by a very personal reflection on the evolution of my own practice. What I’ve learned: "Just don’t stop."
Drawing from Ajahn Amaro’s teaching on watching the arising of self and the suffering that comes with it.
The non-verbal reality of experience. Referencing Ajahn Sumedho’s famous phrase.
Two teachings on effort: the Four Great Efforts and the simile of tuning the lute.