Discovering Buddhism Module 2 - How to Meditate

[@JanetHadson-po2zr]

It’s taken me more than fifteen years to fully hear, to fully understand. Now, my practice begins .

[@evhwolfgang2003]

Yoga first, then meditate. The exercise and stretching will help wake you up and get your body out of hibernation mode. I also find it easier to clear my mind after some good exercise (doesn't have to be yoga). I'm quite a novice in my meditation, so maybe for a beginner this morning ritual is a good starting place.

[@Skyelement84K]

Good to invite oxygen into the body between the vertabrea. I agree. Slow Prostrations can be flowy grounded

[@treydawgtrey]

I am learning so much. And, according to Buddhist teachings, I can learn forever. This, is my meditation object.

[@aman4peace]

I had not done much itis a need to clear things are going around you. I am a spiritual person

[@ARNOLDBme]

The best teachers learn from their students. The universe is infinite and so is knowledge

[@freetibet238]

so our mind becomes more and more stable , reflecting on these given truths

[@karenphillips8441]

surely the aim of these videos is to introduce in easy terms the basics of buddhism and if it intrigues the watcher they can then investigate more, which is how i became interested, i read a book about his holiness the Dalai Llama and how i decided in time to take further steps, small but steps non the less, i.e becoming vegetarien, stopped drinking, started by not rising to gossip etc.

[@ilonkaleibfried2142]

One humanity One heart One wisdom

[@RaiyanKamal]

Venerable Rene Fusi's lecture in this video is very helpful. Thank you.

[@mazimpakaphocas1248]

Thanks for teaching about these steps in meditation which leads to mental bliss where the mind is fully calm !may all beings attain that peaceful state of the mind!

[@karenjack3377]

Thank you. I knew nothing about Buddhism. Now I have watched the first and second lessons, I can't wait to start meditating. And telling my family about the benefits etc.

[@莊嚴清浄]

Buddhism is a very lively subject. Meditation is only one of the 84000 Dharma Doors. Buddhism is an Education and is NOT a Religion. Buddha is a Teacher who has attained Enlightenment beyond words expression. Buddha teaches us how to live a peaceful, harmony, happy fulfilling life. Walking, sleeping, eating, working, doing house chores, interacting with people starting from our own family, then friends, colleagues, companies, organizations, states, countries, eventually universal, Buddha's teachings are present and can be practiced and cultivated, if everyone practices according to Buddha's teachings in everyday life, this world can be a very blissful place for every sentient being. 🙏🙏🙏Namo Amitabha Buddha🙏🙏🙏

[@bodhi1617]

Thank you, Venerable Rene, for your detailed and comprehensive teaching on one of the most difficult disciplines to master EVER, calm abiding meditation!

[@raymondlai4656]

Dear FPMT :), I would like to say, thank you, to you, for taking the time, energy and effort to both upload and share this video with the youtube community. Thank You!

[@Ben--Samsara]

So pleased that you’ve made this series available on to all online. Thank you.

[@crystalline742]

This is a very interesting description and tutorial on meditation....it sounds as though, through meditation, we can let go of our bias and false realities, and tap into our cosmic intuition.

[@rickmcconnell7149]

Crystalline Cafe

[@crystalline742]

Yes, Rick McConnell?

[@kenyacaldwell9604]

I watched this video. I learned/heard everything about meditation EXCEPT " how to sit, how to set up a meditation session, different meditation techniques, and how to deal with obstacles to meditation."

[@hc3820]

@Om Soha Why can it be dangerous? Genuine question.

[@mzkatzeyz5848]

He starts to explain the process at 13:46

[@MrExcion]

Kenya Caldwell There is no correct way to meditate. Being present, in the moment, focused on what you are doing is meditation. Being mindful when you walk, talk, breath, read, write, teach, learn, etc. are all manifestations of meditation/mindfulness. You know HOW. Be present and be compassionate with yourself if the process. Namaste 🙏

[@skywrd_]

THIS!!!!!!

[@GRANDMA4PEACE]

I am wondering how to give or do well at something and not have pride. It is always getting in my way of the joy.

[@FearlessWisdom]

This video is awesome, the explanation of the 9 stages of Shamatha was great. I recommend Alan Wallace's "The Attention revolution" and "Stilling the mind" for more on Shamatha practice.

[@davereid-daly2205]

Everything has its own cycle and sequence. Start at the beginning of where you have come to and let everything else be as it is. Speculation is a trap. It separates the mind. Exploration of body is real and tangible. When you are tired, sleep. Dont procrastinate. When you are hungry, eat your fill. Dont examine. Feel life in its own context. Dont read what others have written and attempt to make their discoveries your own. Buddha= awaken, to come back to life you have to let all impulses flow unhindered. This is difficult. This is meditation. The analytical mind wishes to stop the flow so it can examine it. This is why a person has fear. Best jump in to a river and relax, as its own nature will move you to safety. Fight it and you will drown. To be awakened is to trust the unity of all things in and out side of you. This is difficult, because ignorant people say otherwise, and you believe then. When the body is calm, so will the mind be also. Body first, then mind will follow.

[@AudityGogoi]

Dave Reid - Daly Thank you Dave

[@camillabartlett9128]

Good recognition

[@yogiyogiinfy]

The forces behind buddha's enlightenment was a strong drive to understand the true nature of reality and achieving ultimate freedom.To achieve that, he was fiercely meditating, torchering his body till he realized the middle path. Once he achieved enlightenment, he was so peaceful and content.Compassion and Love and Peace were the outcomes of achieving enlightenment.I know the point i made in my previous message. Enlightenment is a path that no one can take for others how much you care and love.

[@24878151]

Hello, sorry to hear about your injuries. Yes you can meditate anywhere, walking, lying down etc... as long as your are not sitting in a position that induces lethargy or too much discomfort. As in all things....not too tight, not too slack...just right. The Middle Way. As long as you can stay in that position and remain alert, you shall be ok. Good luck. Om Mani Padme Hum. :)

[@Fritter_Tacos]

Just started to learn about Buddhism and am so very excited about it. The only thing i wished is if there was a demonstration on meditating here, but I found a really good one on the youtube. Thank you so much for posting these!!!

[@TampaZeke]

I've really enjoyed this series. As a Theravada Buddhist myself there are some things that I don't understand about the Vajrayana path but the essential truths are universal to all Buddhist paths.

[@tomgreg2008]

Thank you.

[@MegaRambell]

The object is the thing that you aim to focus on throughout the meditation. If it is a meditation on calming the mind like the one that he is talking about, then the object would be your breath.

[@erinehmen7844]

lovey to see Ven. Rene again

[@tinastill7235]

Thank you for such a wonderful gift. So grateful to have found this series.

[@anthonybr22]

8:20 beautiful talk

[@Antifag1977]

I think my life has always been leading me to Buddhism. As a general agnostic, it isn't so much I think Buddhism is right or that any religion is for that matter. Rather I think it may be right for me. I know I will only get so far watching videos and reading and that I will need spend time with people to get a more complete understanding. I just hope this city has a community both willing and able.

[@dylansager6854]

Dude I am on the same exact boat! Buddhism is the only true ideals and teachings that appealed to me for the same reasons

[@莊嚴清浄]

Thank you very much for the enlightenment. 🙏🙏🙏Namo Amitabha Buddha🙏🙏🙏

[@amlanchatterjee2607]

Everything said here I have experienced and I want them to happen more and more easily to me... It's just awesome..

[@greenleaf4267]

That's what Buddha advice to find by ur self , reach the true nature of reality.

[@flamechick6]

Thank you to those leaving helpful and positive comments. Spirituality and religion is deeper than skin color. To group people together is sad/not right. we're all one, the same, and we're also individuals.

[@treybie1]

Amanda Vadon I agree with you. Have you heard the old, ironic saying, "You're unique, just like everybody else."? It's a favorite of mine.

[@dan32321]

The object is an anchor to return to when your thoughts inevitably drift off. He references this at about the 14:30 mark. The breath is a nice, neutral object with which everyone has a common reference. Recognize you're drifting, come back. Recognize you're drifting, come back. There are many other forms of meditation that I do not have experience with in which the cultivation of positive emotions -- loving kindness, etc. -- is emphasized. But my practice is very basic. Sit, breath, focus.

[@gaetanproductions]

Precious teachings.

[@iamwhitelotus0420]

Muchas gracias por el material al que podemos acudir en cualquier momento... Bendiciones...

[@kylepatrickmurphy4058]

Thank you!

[@okolagobilewska649]

It doesn't sound cute. It is what it is - a video about importance of the meditation. I found it to be a good overview of what a meditation is - an insightful rather than a profound video.

[@emiliocedeno369]

Question to the people in this Journey in a little bit. Meditation is harder than it looks! This module is great! I took time & sat down, cleared my mind, and tried to still it. It is amazing how much nerves & blood vessels are calling there attention to me! When I focused on my breath, I felt like I was in a roller coaster that goes through scary tunnels & monsters. It helped my Dream Recall. I got drawn to Buddhism because of the interpretations in Pop Culture (Cartoon avatar show) & the Tao lessons of Bruce Lee. How did your Journey lead you to the teachings of Buddhism? What do you hope to learn from it? What kind of pitfalls would you advise to others to look out for?

[@racheljones9786]

Hi, as a young child I remember watching a program called kung-fu with an actor called David Carradine. I remember seeing monks sweep ants from a path because they didn't want to kill them by walking in them. It planted a seed to be "kind to all kind". Growing older and becoming aware and compassionate I became aware of the horrendous suffering and violent death in the meat, dairy and fish industry so was drawn towards buddism because it practises awareness and compassion for others. I am dissallutioned that u the Buddhist center I attend use milk and have a leather settee but buddism is the path I want to follow as it all makes absolute sense and is grounding in this relentlessly stressful world we live in 🙏🌱🌏

[@darren676767]

I like the questions of Luis below. I am going to keep looking.

[@scottodom535]

thank you for this incredible gift of dharma!

[@nickyocean]

Good material thanks for uploading and sharing, may you be happy and well

[@seansixfive]

Thanks for posting. I enjoyed this video and the contributors were great.

[@freetibet238]

there's the absolute truth, it is what it is, we use the relative truth to understand the absolute, we arent born as a buddha but have buddha nature, wich is clear light empitiness. So one must try to be aware of the truth, over and over again, with the knowledge of impermanence, the shortcommings, the understanding of the law of consequence, and having a precious human birth we can perfect ourselves, using the relatve truth

[@emi_ncr]

Muchas gracias!!

[@granitabirg7950]

I am trying to do the full concentration. Thank you so much for this podcast!

[@buxtehude123]

Trying means failing. Do it don't judge yourself.

[@granitabirg7950]

@@buxtehude123 okay, thanks 🙏

[@kslamme]

"YOU KNOW" COUNTER: OVER 9,000

[@Stanman121]

+Den Of Earth I know

[@Stanman121]

+Den Of Earth Heehee... very good video regardless. Good teachings.

[@AndBigJuicy]

Den Of Earth the real question is, did you know before he told you?

[@kuj4z]

Yes the nine jhanic trances, that is something I want to learn more about.

[@MrRjfp]

I've chosen to be a doctor because saving people and curing their mind gives the best feeling in life

[@taylormade2826]

How does having to give bad news affect you?

[@christopherleon1748]

Thank you

[@3child]

I found this video subtly exciting.

[@klangkling1758]

Very good explanation what meditation realy is...

[@Dokujin]

It's a good way to kind of lock your body in place whilst keeping your back straight, making it easier to breathe. You can meditate in any position you'd like, but many positions require muscles, a full lotus is very relaxing. Laying down when you start meditating will most likely make you fall asleep.

[@pragzter]

I agree with you. I find that my meditations are much better after jogging/kickboxing. Perhaps due to increasing the wakefulness of the body and blood circulation.

[@spiritualteachings3030]

So lovely. I also really enjoy meditation. ❤️ I have been loving a fair bit of Master Sri Avinash myself at the moment with my meditating. #sriavinashdo 💓💜

[@weskil79]

Great video.

[@trollingisme]

i think the idea is to create an anchor for your awareness.

[@AmericanBrave]

Nope. I'm with ya. Just jumping into this stuff now. Same boat.

[@KristianCamp]

yeah true, but exercise stimulates the body and mind.. you can feel very euphoric after an intense run or work out. Of course some people have perfection problems, and take things to the extreme. I bet she is comfortable as she is

[@carolebraidner3212]

Yes very good I am enjoying and learning a lot thanks😉

[@tommygun6028]

Great show Richard 🤝😎👍😁

[@beditations]

Nice... looking forward to view more, namaste!!

[@MonsterL21]

I am new to Buddhism (only accepted it a the Truth today) and I have quite a few questions about it: -how can you be ambitious while at the same time doing your best to rid your Mind of all kinds of want? -Can you love someone in a romantic way while ridding yourself of desire? -What are the basic rituals that Buddhist Monks and Nuns practice, and what is their purpose? I have more questions, but these will suffice for now

[@LexMassive]

Wanting liberation is different from the attachment to the material world and its pleasures/ displeasures. Not only are the two very different but the former should be sought selflessly. Romantic relations without self-grasping and lustful desire, I assume, would be built more on loving kindness and respect. The rituals of monks and nuns can be found all over the web. Monastic life is rather strict as their goal of liberation is an arduous task indeed. That's my understanding for the first two and the third should be easy to find from many sources.

[@jackamatyus]

My understanding so far: You can be ambitious, you can desire for things. But you cannot form an attachment to these desires, or let them be you. I can love someone, I can lust for them, I can desire food and entertainment. But I should know I want these things, and I should not let them be me. Using sex as an example; I can want to have sex, desire it. But I should not use sex as a distraction to make myself feel better. I should not form an attachment to having sex - i.e I shouldn't depend on it to be happy, I should not be sad when I do not have it. My life should not revolve around having sex to be happy. Desire is fine, especially for the average person, so long as you truely comprehend WHY you desire. If you use desires as an escape to make yourself happy, and can only be happy when doing these things and you are sad when you do not have them, then you have become attached to the desires. Buddhism is about removing this attachment, being happy without being attached to your desires - you know your desires, why you have them, and what they can do for you, all without depending on them for happiness. (Extra reading: www.buddhanet.net/4noble.htm )

[@wcole7514]

Luis Sisnieg

[@truth8307]

Have you read the 4 Noble Truths and the Noble 8 Fold Path ?

[@ilonkaleibfried2142]

It’s all me 🥰😁🙏 bliss health beauty of broken light kaleidoscopic interdependencies 🙏✨🦋

[@buxtehude123]

Too flowery. Calm down and meditate.

[@buddhaexhumed9922]

Thanks.

[@firstfourteendesigns4275]

I’m new to this. But more interested in this than other religions. I’m trying to learn now because everything I’ve learned about Buddhism seems right to me. I’m a white person from America so it’s not a widely accepted ideology where I’m from and I don’t understand why. It seems this would be a widely accepted ideology or religion. I wish you all the best. I’m going to keep learning. For now I need to learn how to meditate.

[@firstfourteendesigns4275]

My name is Tony. I use this page on KZbin for a woodshop I have. First Fourteen designs is my business. I promise it’s not spam. Lol

[@ManUnitedLover]

awesome video !!! THANK YOU

[@adawong6543]

All actions are self motivated and self interest governs all.

[@wangchuk67]

I'm learning what he is teaching not what he's saying. Thank you.

[@Skyelement84K]

Happy Halloween/All Saints Day. What a placement right in front of me. I hope to tag along.

[@terreschott7143]

Hi Sky. Thanks for all you’ve done to help me. Terre

[@Alexkiplivelight]

Great vids! Thanks!

[@LycergusBlast]

Pablo, I think the "chosen object" is whatever you want to meditate upon. Hence, the knowledge whether or not your focus is too excited or too lax.

[@ilonkaleibfried2142]

Calm abiding Bliss beauty breath Breath for one humanity wellbeings

[@JamesCarmichael]

13:14 that man has the most pleasant voice i've ever heard. What the"object" he is talking about?

[@ReepaOne]

The mind is most common

[@reubenfogarty]

my thoughts exactly

[@dmok3288]

Personal trainer needed ... I want to see more

[@Premarathne2]

sadu sadu sadu

[@luis-elomber2649]

This videos are incredibly helpful to me as i want to embark on this path..thank you so much..beautiful

[@chanskiie]

This is amazing.

[@laurahouston2358]

Just what I. Was looking for...

[@ckrajchimanbhai8722]

Namo budday

[@utubepunk]

Buddhism teaches morals. Most people, regardless of religion or lack of do protect their children. Comparing god to enlightenment is comparing hand grenades to apples. To minimize suffering is in the best interest of everyone, including children. If someone is enlightened and can teach others how to minimize suffering, it makes me pleased, not sad.

[@ilonkaleibfried2142]

Happiness peace wellbeing ☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️🌿🌼🌿🌼🌈🌈🌈

[@Buddha-2505]

To all spiritual students, you might sometime not see the progress but don't give up. It 's just you being on the very long long path,but someday you'll get to the end that your mind free from suffering and find the real peace. No one can do for you but only you.🙏🙏🙏

[@meepermeep2571]

I am sure I wouldn't be good at meditating my mind is so restless. I will have to give it a shot.

[@christelelang7250]

Yes you can do it !

[@treybie1]

Venerable Connie Miller states, at about the 2:45 mark, that meditation motivated by an individual's own needs or interests will have limited results. How does this work in the case of Therevada Buddhism? I have seen a video clip where HH the Dalai Lama says that it is ok to think and feel "I want to be enlightened!, I want to reach Nibbana!" He plainly stated that some 'desire' is positive and necessary. So, is it effective to meditate with self-development and personal harmony as our motivation and goal?

[@shinemperor8950]

+treybie1 I think she's referring to things that sort of satisfy the impurities of the self. Like, wanting a nicer TV or nicer clothes. Or more money. Or to be better than others. Ideas that sort of serve the body and the ego. But I imagine it's just fine to think "I want to know people better. I want to know myself better. I want to know more and feel more." Because, those aren't selfish, or they aren't serving the the emptiness of the body but instead they're serving the mind in the process of mindfulness. That's how I see it. I'm VERY new to Buddhism. So, I'm not expert. But I understand it as embracing those things that enrich our experiences and understanding so that we can be better at being selfless and calm. Finding that inner peace and letting go of our desires.

[@Superfly369]

What is the name of the instrumental in the beginning?

[@jimmychoo2052]

I think it was a test, it is all I could think about in the end.

[@cachaslokas]

I think I must be a very selfish person: I help others because I get a kick out of the positive effects my intentions have, and seeing other people happy. On the other hand I reject the kind of "help" that tends to create dependence. The tough job is to set oneself free first I guess.... Good day everybody

[@pedropolo4902]

this is pretty wild!

[@ronbone9263]

Very good series which I percieve as being an introduction to 'Western Buddhism'. Certainly, in my mind, far more materialistic and tending towards psychology rather than spirituality. Relaxation techniques are most important to the anxious mind but not to the calm mind. The ability to focus is important but there is a difference between learning focus rather than avoidance of distraction, otherwise the state of mind is confined to situations where avoidance is possible. Shut the eyes, plug the ears, block the nostrils etc,. That is not the reality of life. I sit cross legged, I close my eyes does not mean I meditate, in fact it is more likely a statement to others that you wish to be percieved as a spiritual person.

[@manessvijay]

go through a 10 day vipassana session, if you haven't already, your observational ability of yourself will definitely expand.

[@Zenmatrixx]

four noble trues

[@filmfelineadmin]

What saddens me is how many people turn to (any) religion, including Buddhism as a crutch. Rather than truly accepting themselves, working from within, they project their failures into a religion, obsess about it and preach. I believe a true Buddhist in the sense of the word is a person who is confident, strong, never stops learning, helping and striving for personal peace. It is a person who does not pollute his/her inside with MEAT or any other processed product, doesn't wear animals & loves.

[@christelelang7250]

Sometime we do need a crutch to walk!, this is nothing bad. ..

[@frombeyond5]

Please can anyone share the link or the name of the chant that's at the beginning?

[@blufire33]

what is the chanting that is played at the beginning of this clip ? Please can someone inform me .

[@chappyrick0705]

Do you think you can attain the same enlightenment as the Buddha's by means of your meditation (sometimes with a headphone and healing music)?

[@bebo3ful]

What is Karma biding ?

[@maresolaris]

We all have to deal with accumulated karma in the present. In other words, we have to bide. However, that does not mean that we are a victim of our karma. It is the ripening of seeds we sowed.

[@stephenalewis]

He was actually saying "calm abiding".

[@prawnprawnson4416]

What Stephen said!

[@kairosdelgado6957]

ooooohhhhhhhhh!!!! thank you!!

[@kuj4z]

Can someone tell me the nine states of meditation?? I want to understand in whilst looking at a list irm

[@ilonkaleibfried2142]

Equaminity 😌☺️😌

[@roadbone1941]

Do you mean the Jhanic Trances? Or the types of meditation?

[@butterflybeatles]

Nine Stages of Meditation - with images. 13:30