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."
Intro talks about using the breath in working with pain recovering from surgery. Main talk addresses “citta,” mind or mind states from Anapanasati Sutta....
Discovering our habitual emotional states by exploring thoughts.
9/16/2025 Connecting Buddhist mindfulness practices with understanding not-self.