Meditation, Stability, Clarity: Experiencing the Liberating Power of Full Attention
D3S3 - Combining Relaxation and Clarity in One Session
Lama Alan · 128 minutes · recorded June 5, 2025
Lama Alan shows how to combine mindfulness of breathing with shamatha focused on the mind, using the breath to relax and the mind practice to sharpen clarity, distinguishing two kinds of vividness: noticing subtler thoughts, and noticing them faster. He explains why letting the mind wander while staying aware can bring genuine creative insight, then answers a question on how much progress is possible without a long retreat.
Relaxation Mindfulness of breathing Shamatha (calm abiding)