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Understanding Meditation

Aslan’s Substack • 1 HN point • 03 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Meditation Benefits Practices Science Self-awareness
  1. Meditation is a profound practice for training the mind, enhancing awareness, and connecting with the world around us.
  2. Through meditation, we learn to observe thoughts without attachment, develop resilience, and respond to life's challenges with clarity and compassion.
  3. Regular meditation practice enhances cognitive functions, memory, attention span, and decision-making abilities, while also offering physiological benefits like stress reduction and improved sleep quality.

The Neuroscience of Meditation

About to Learn • 0 implied HN points • 02 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Meditation Neuroscience Self-awareness
  1. Meditation can lead to better attention and emotion regulation by changing the brain's structure.
  2. There is potential for increased self-awareness through mindfulness meditation, though more research is needed to confirm this.
  3. Studies show that mindfulness meditation can significantly help with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and sleep disorders.
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How to Journal

Thoughts on Living • 0 implied HN points • 14 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Journaling Self-Improvement Meditation
  1. There are two main types of journaling: introspective and practical.
  2. Introspective journaling focuses on inner thoughts and emotions, while practical journaling is goal-oriented.
  3. Examples of introspective journaling include Daily Morning Pages, while practical journaling involves methods like bullet journaling and goal planning.

three articles I enjoyed this week

Stream of Consciousness • 0 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Meditation Productivity Personal Development
  1. Efficient meditation can be achieved by practicing broad awareness, rather than a forced focus on a single object.
  2. Waiting for optimal conditions may not always be the best strategy for starting projects; being proactive and taking action is often more beneficial.
  3. Developing high agency, or the ability to be resourceful and proactive, can make life more exciting and challenges more enjoyable.

The Microcosm

Based Meditations • 0 implied HN points • 08 Aug 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation Consciousness Interconnectedness
  1. Exploring the microcosm of our thoughts and experiences can lead to a greater understanding of the interconnected universe around us.
  2. Each person has their own undiscovered territory within their mind, representing an infinite path sculpted by time and constant morphing.
  3. Consciousness reflects the chaotic order of nature, with internal fluctuations akin to the constant movement of the ocean, showing life as a journey through varied conditions.

GRANTED: The flaws in perfectionism and the ego in meditation

Granted • 0 implied HN points • 12 Jun 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness Self-Improvement Resilience Meditation Podcasts
  1. Success is not only about reaching peaks, but also about conquering valleys. Enduring adversity and overcoming obstacles lead to meaningful growth.
  2. Resilience is crucial for personal development. Bouncing back from challenges is a form of progress.
  3. Meditation might not necessarily make someone a better person. It can reduce inner stress but may not enhance outer compassion.

The big infodump chapter

Meaningness • 0 implied HN points • 02 Dec 23
📚 Literature Novel Narrative Meditation Romance Buddhism
  1. The post discusses the big infodump chapter of a Tantric Buddhist vampire romance novel, where characters compare notes and pieces fall into place, setting the stage for what's to come.
  2. The narrative structure of the post is the final episode of Act II, establishing the relationship with the supernatural mentor.
  3. The author's spouse's guide to a foundational Dzogchen meditation approach, 'Opening Awareness,' is newly available in a Kindle edition, focusing on meditation that leads to vivid perception, interpersonal clarity, and responsible action.

A non-statement ain’t-framework

Meaningness • 0 implied HN points • 15 Jul 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Buddhism Meditation
  1. Dzogchen, a branch of Buddhism, is difficult to understand because it lacks a conceptual framework and makes no explicit claims.
  2. Explaining Dzogchen involves discovering meaning through inexplicit instructions rather than traditional philosophical or religious concepts.
  3. Attending a Dzogchen retreat at Drala Mountain Center in Colorado provides an opportunity for theory, discussion, and practice with a knowledgeable instructor.

Reimagine What it Means to Be Healthy

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 08 Feb 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Physical health Mental health Preventive Care Meditation Sleep
  1. Health is more than just the absence of disease; it's about optimizing overall well-being, treating root causes, and connecting physical and mental health.
  2. Focus on individualized health goals beyond just preventing COVID-19, such as scheduling preventative screenings and prioritizing mental health.
  3. Balancing risks is crucial in medicine and public health, emphasizing the importance of vaccination, booster shots, and wider access to antiviral medications.

Musings on depression, engineering, startuping.

A Perfectly Cromulent Software Engineer • 0 implied HN points • 03 Aug 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Depression Therapy Journaling Meditation
  1. Therapy often suggests journaling as a way to start the healing process and gain clarity in the chaos of everyday life.
  2. Journaling is highly personal, acting as a sanctuary for thoughts that may not always need to be revisited.
  3. The author navigates the intersection of sharing thoughts through writing, deciding which ones are worth sharing and which are best left private.

Identifying what needs will be met by our practice

The Flawed Yogi Report • 0 implied HN points • 13 Jan 21
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual Practice Meditation Awareness Community Self-care
  1. Identify conflicting needs: Sometimes we prioritize immediate comfort over long-term health and well-being, leading to inner conflicts.
  2. Find the right spiritual practice: It's essential to choose a practice that aligns with your needs and brings you to the present moment.
  3. Understand your needs: Recognize what needs are unmet in your life, and tailor your spiritual practice to fulfill those needs for long-lasting benefits.

Practice as sacred habits

The Flawed Yogi Report • 0 implied HN points • 06 Jan 21
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation Journaling
  1. Practice should be viewed as sacred habits to help us connect with our true nature and highest ideals.
  2. Habitual actions are important in creating a practice that is sustainable and meaningful.
  3. Identifying and making small adjustments to current habitual activities can help in making them more sacred and aligned with our goals.

Welcome, you beautiful soul!

The Self Mastery Times • 0 implied HN points • 15 Jun 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation Self-help Cryptocurrencies Community Building
  1. The author started a Substack newsletter to share their knowledge on self-help, law of attraction, and cryptocurrency.
  2. They aim to create a community of like-minded individuals on the journey of self-mastery.
  3. The author plans to provide real-life stories, exclusive content for paid subscribers, and a supportive environment for personal growth.

A Writing Routine Recording + Prompt

The Fairest Writer • 0 implied HN points • 26 Sep 22
🎨 Art & Illustration Painting Writing Workshops Activities Meditation
  1. Trying new activities, like qi gong or painting, can help your writing improve, even if you don't see immediate results. It's all about experimenting and feeling what works for you.
  2. Painting a still-life can teach you patience and the importance of revision. Just like layering paint, writing can also be improved with time and effort.
  3. Engaging in different activities before writing can change your mindset. By comparing your drafts from different states of mind, you can learn what inspires and affects your creativity.

🧘‍♂️ Do ou meditate?

The Wisdom Project • 0 implied HN points • 13 Oct 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Meditation Mindfulness Well-being Self-care Mental health
  1. Mindfulness meditation helps you focus on the present moment, which can reduce stress and increase calmness. It's a great way to train your mind to stay engaged and not worry too much about the past or future.
  2. Regular meditation can improve your focus, emotional health, and overall well-being. Pairing it with journaling can make your mornings more positive and productive.
  3. Starting small with just 5 minutes a day is a good way to begin your meditation journey. Consistency is key, so find a time and space that work for you.

CxD 📚'23 #12: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ China Root: Taoism, Ch'an and Original Zen

CxD Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 03 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Zen Meditation Translation
  1. Ch'an/Zen Practice involves deconstructing human identity to engage deeply with awakening
  2. Terms in Taoist/Ch'an ontology ultimately converge into a single concept, emphasizing the undifferentiated nature of the Cosmos
  3. The book highlights the depth and authenticity of Ch'an/Zen/Meditation practices, and points out common mistranslations in Zen teachings