The Mind Illuminated — Stage One: 25‑Minute Practice
by Jon Brooks
This 25‑minute Stage One session is a faithful practice from The Mind Illuminated (TMI = The Mind Illuminated). The aim is simple and powerful: establish a consistent daily sit and learn a smooth method for entering meditation. We begin with the Six‑Point Preparation (motivation, goals, expectations, diligence, distractions, posture), then use a Four‑Step Transition to rest attention on the sensations of breathing at the nose (temperature, pressure, air‑movement). Short rounds of counting (five to ten breaths) help stabilize attention. When the mind wanders, you’ll savor the “aha!” moment—the instant you realize you drifted—then gently return. This positive reinforcement trains the mind to wake up sooner next time.
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