This evening, I want to discuss a fundamental lesson from Buddhist meditation: learning to respond thoughtfully rather than simply reacting. I’ll explore this topic with you and aim to offer some practical tools for developing this skill. I believe that understanding how to respond instead of react is an essential aspect of meditation practice and something we continually strive to master.
What’s your first reaction when you stub your toe? What’s the first thing you do? What’s the first thing you say?
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This evening, I want to discuss a fundamental lesson from Buddhist meditation: learning to respond thoughtfully rather than simply reacting. I’ll explore this topic with you and aim to offer some practical tools for developing this skill. I believe that understanding how to respond instead of react is an essential aspect of meditation practice and something we continually strive to master.
What’s your first reaction when you stub your toe? What’s the first thing you do? What’s the first thing you say?
I had several ideas for Dharma talks for tonight, but none of them feel authentic to me at the moment. It seems like I was reaching for a topic instead of choosing one that I am passionate about and connected to. Therefore, instead of delivering a Dharma talk, I will conduct a Q&A session. However, the Q&A can take the form of a Dharma talk if the right questions are asked.
You are welcome to ask any question, whether you are at home or in the room. Your questions can be about your Buddhist practice, your life, or topics on which you seek a Buddhist perspective. They can also address Buddhist teachings or any aspect of life you would like some Buddhist reflections on.
Against The Stream
This evening, I want to discuss a fundamental lesson from Buddhist meditation: learning to respond thoughtfully rather than simply reacting. I’ll explore this topic with you and aim to offer some practical tools for developing this skill. I believe that understanding how to respond instead of react is an essential aspect of meditation practice and something we continually strive to master.
What’s your first reaction when you stub your toe? What’s the first thing you do? What’s the first thing you say?
