15:09
Shamatha is the practice of cultivating a calm, clear, and focused mind. In this practice, we cultivate three qualities: 1) relaxation (overcoming tension) 2) stability (overcoming distraction) 3) clarity (overcoming dullness). In this session, we emphasize clarity of attention by focusing on the sensations of the breath at the nostrils. Previous session: Shamatha (Abdomen) - emphasizing stability of attention. Next session: Shamatha (Mind) - observing thoughts and emotions.