(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) At some point we can fully let go of all our concerns to give our full attention to the breath and body.  As we build faith and devotion to this simple fullness of attention we can feel the mind healing from its habits of being scattered and exhausted.  This practice develops into full absorption and becomes the basis for liberating wisdom.

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) At some point we can fully let go of all our concerns to give our full attention to the breath and body. As we build faith and devotion to this simple fullness of attention we can feel the mind healing from its habits of being scattered and exhausted. This practice develops into full absorption and becomes the basis for liberating wisdom.

Tempel Smith: Mindfulness of the Body for Concentration (Retreat at Spirit Rock)

The teachings of the Buddha (Dharma) and the practices of Insight Meditation (Vipassana) and loving-kindness meditation (metta) are at the heart of all the programs we offer at Spirit Rock. Practicing Insight Meditation develops mindfulness, the capacity to pay attention to each moment of life and to see clearly the truth of our experience. Studying the Dharma provides insights into the conditions that define and limit our experience of life. And cultivating an attitude of loving-kindness allows us to stay present to what's true and what's difficult in our lives with compassion for ourselves and others. Ultimately, our relationship to life is transformed as we learn to live more wisely and kindly.

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Tempel Smith: Mindfulness of the Body for Concentration (Retreat at Spirit Rock)

Tempel Smith: Mindfulness of the Body for Concentration (Retreat at Spirit Rock)