Meditation Tips On Taming The Monkey Mind (Having Too Many Thoughts)

[@bassdylan7048]

From this idea - this sort of personification of our thoughts as a monkey - I created my own method where I imagine my thoughts as an actual monkey that I’m petting to sleep.

[@Lee-yn1by]

I like to imagine I’m in a hut in the forest. My thoughts are leaves drifting into the room which is totally bare. As I breathe out I sweep the leaves (thoughts) out of the room. I find this really focussed my mind just on my breath.

[@talawa777]

I absolutely love the way she speaks and smiles. So compelling. She makes you want to listen. And so full of wisdom. _/\_

[@markusnoble5866]

At least two of these tips are essentially about DETACHMENT; namely, objectifying our thoughts through labelling them, and realising that our thoughts are SEPARATE ENTITIES or notions, and not this STRING that we can get caught up in... You can also think of it as a film strip, where each individual picture represents a moment or thought, but it's the arrangement of it along with the momentum of life that animates it and gives it meaning and "sticking" power. Meanwhile the dividers between the pictures are the silence/stillness that dilates with practice and intent. To me meditation is all about "deconstructing the story" and extrapolating "creative meaning" out of thin air (or the quantum field of infinite possibilities...).

[@connorward3470]

This helps a lot. Me being a Teenage Buddhist who recently converted to Buddhism in the Mahayanan tradition, and also being a novice to meditation, meditating can be a little bit of a struggle for me, with thoughts like "What am I gonna do after this?" "My leg feels asleep." "The lotus position hurts!" etc etc. These techniques help a lot, thanks Mindah! :D

[@andywckf]

So glad I found this channel. Your videos are really clear and easy to understand. I feel I've learned so much in just a few short videos. Thank you.

[@Zara.x.o.x.o]

Hey Mindah, I hope you are well! There hasent been an upload from you in 2 years. I’m honestly such a big fan of your channel and your explanations, your so different from other Buddhist channels on YT, and I know you may be busy but honestly it would be great to see more videos from you! I’ve started to learn about Buddhism, and your channel has kept me motivated! Seriously Mindah, you are amazing! Sending lots of love from England 💛

[@mandymiller136]

Omg! This morning when I was doing my usual "future scenario mental conversations" I told myself "NOT REAL" "NOT USEFUL" "WASTE OF TIME" & I pictured those useless thoughts being swept away (with a Rumba hoover!) & "Puff" they disappeared! I even caught myself laughing at myself for this ridiculous habit I have. It really helped me stay present. Also, reciting times tables keeps me from drifting to the past/future. Thank you for your tips!!!

[@amandacastreje8390]

You're so calming and so nice! And the videos are very clear! Thank you. :)

[@lameiraangelo]

Agreed

[@yourheavenmyhell3747]

Gracias Amanda! You're looking hot, btw!!!

[@2009Artteacher]

she is a absolute joy to listen to and learn from 111

[@rattana4350]

I've been listening to Alan Watts. Hes good, but you are so calm and easy to listen to. Very peaceful and great information. Makes me feel good about catching my monkey mind as much as I do...

[@gilbertotongco1054]

I am beginning to appreciate the way She speaks God bless her

[@vaishnaviramu8914]

Hi, someone recommended one of your videos to me. I'm going through a difficult time right now and this has been so helpful. Thank you.

[@ganesanls8723]

Wonderful

[@markusnoble5866]

This was pure gold!! Instant subscribe, and can't wait to view more! For that reason, however, the ignorance surrounding tip seven was all the more surprising... I expected sensible advice on MITIGATING food intake--not LOADING UP on the very things that PROMOTE extraneous thoughts--i.e. carbohydrates! Anyway, the high calibre of the rest of it easily overrides this one criticism, so no biggie. Thank you, and I'm so glad I clicked the video!! :D

[@chuckwolf3221]

one talk I heard, said "when you notice the thought notice and let it go do not invite it to tea". Some reason that always stuck with me.

[@georgegoodyear9631]

Thank you for more practical advice. I will try and make a habit of seeing one video a day, to gradually absorb the wisdom of Buddhism - and then meditate for a short-time afterwards.

[@omaviraomavira7187]

Very outgoing and very intelligent lady

[@akshay0426]

thank you very very much mindah,may u live peacefully,may u attain buddhahood

[@chriskane732]

Thank you. Wish you were still active on you tube.❤

[@NBAzzer]

really really liked your tips Mindah. Thank you so very much :)

[@felixzamudio4325]

your a great spirit, soul spoken very true to you. Nothing more I need to say to let you know your truly awesome.

[@jamesburns2524]

Thank you Mindah for posting these teachings they are very helpful you are a very good teacher.

[@centaur7310]

Thank you Mindah, these tips really helped! Loving your channel

[@joydeepghosh4567]

Thank you so much. Your are extremely articulate and crystal clear. Xtremely grateful

[@rajnish821]

Thank you very much... All merits to you...

[@tomimcdoom3251]

I'm so glad that I found your channel.

[@sonamjorphail9942]

Your words are beyond words! Keep illuminating, keep encouraging beings who seeks liberation! Don't know how to thank you... _/\_

[@ngoduptibettenzin2664]

Be aware & let it be...Thukche Che Mindah. Your video are always helpful.

[@thuscomeguerriero]

Your videos stimulate a mediative mind..thank you!!

[@marychandler816]

Really happy someone recommended this site, excellent videos

[@ramcesgaston5319]

Hard work and dedication and you too will have that expression.

[@asi.izzygizmic]

Fantastic video full of great hints how to improve meditation!

[@theaudreyfleming]

i imagine i’m inside of a lotus bud and when i have a thought i see it (third person) flowing out from my head and through the top of the bud. then when i’m done meditating the lotus blooms, pushing and i’m back in my room, leaving the thoughts behind

[@charlessimons1692]

i wish i had discovered your videos 9 yrs ago!

[@Tashtron]

You are so lovely. Thanks for sharing your wisdom.

[@danalee1000]

Very helpful video, thank you Mindah-Lee. I came across this video via your blog, through a google search. A lot of good tips in here. I appear to have what is referred to as hypnagogia, which is a problem when trying to meditate, since all of these 'stories' (sort of like mini-movies) start to appear in my mind (I'm one of those 'creative types'). They're not 'what ifs' past or future, but just stories. I expect some of your tips will help me guide those away. By the way, you are an excellent KZbin presenter - keep up the excellent work!

[@DanielSziel]

Wow. I like all your work and am having a real good intro into Buddhism

[@stephen285]

you can focus your full attention on the breath, or you can think stuff, but you can't do both. you know your getting it when your fully focused on the breath and the excruciated one leaves you alone and lets you do it

[@nicholasgiampietro4404]

Ive enjoyed every one of your talks, thank you Mindah-Lee Kumar

[@naveenkaushal2309]

Well thought out no pun clear concise video with practical tips well done thanks 🕉

[@thisoneisforthezipper2695]

Thank you for your wisdom. Don't just sit there doing nothing - meditate

[@vtecpreludevtec]

Hah,I heard U mention Ajaan Chah.I ve watched a lot of Ajaan Brahms vdos,Im glad Iv found you too,good to c a lay person who s such a proficient practicioner.The metta you ve got for us is great.

[@Borbak80]

This is great. Was looking for this a lot.

[@barefootash]

Thank you. I am finding your videos very helpful.

[@akoito5902]

well said very informative

[@ramcesgaston5319]

I have awakened from a close to a hour of meditation. I am shocked from what I received from it but the monkey was more high up in the tree of thoughts. I have strayed from discursive ideas. However getting direct transmission. Is this normal because after all I am a master martialist I am feeling as I will not be able to speak on my experience.

[@jtspy4433]

Thankyou dear heart ...... Blessings light and love 😊🙏❤️

[@PJ-2014]

Thanks, I listened to the speech which is very eve give and useful to novice meditators. The water bubble, and dropping to the ocean theory is very effective I believe. Although my mind is well controlled if I have to I am going to use it. If one really want to acquire the benefits out of meditation, one have to dedicate at least one hour a day in your life. Which will have enormous effects your life. Also, without determination of course one will never achieve anything. " Samma Waayaama" it teaches in Buddhism. And also if you suspect or negativity, like "will this help help me, am I wasting my time" one will never never, win the war with the mind. " vichkichchaa" it teaches in Buddhism. Well, Lord Gauthama Buddha, has preached " don't argue, criticize or insult, ( "dhammo sandittiko, akaliko, ahipassiko," ) come and see yourself, the results definite. We should not waste our life a moment because we getting closer to death every second, that's important to think. Who knows.

[@PJ-2014]

Who knows where our Karma will take us. Thanks, again don't misunderstand that I am trying to teach you. Your are far better. Keep up the meritorial work, Dhamma daana is the highest offering, Buddha preached. May triple gem keep you healthy and happy.

[@sobaixu]

Your channel is so helpful! Thank you! Love and gratitude. :)

[@bcvc3365]

Thank you 🙏

[@bobhunley8794]

Hi I'm Bob and I like your message. Bob

[@mamunurrashid5652]

Thank you so much for all the videos of yours.....They helped me so much.....

[@kritisrivastava9393]

Thankyou so much.❤️

[@sailoriro8854]

thx you i was soo mad at myself at first for daydreaming soo helpful for me

[@omaviraomavira7187]

Lovely my sister 😍😍

[@johnquinn6351]

Please make a video on depression thanks

[@markbrad123]

If you can sit the mind comfortable and then not get up for anything, that might work. Another way ,learned from a Chi Gong teacher, is to feel the pulses on your forehead and heart using the fingers(one hand finger on head, the other hand finger on heart) and empty the thought into the relaxation of the heart; this is a great technique for cooling migraines.

[@hellmoon2020]

Damn I gotta try that

[@zainabbarakat9566]

Thank you for your advice on taming monkey mind. What is the solution for living in a city and never having silence? Always there are lowd, persistent or intermittent districting unpleasent noises to distract me? Is way to cope with that, or is it hopeless for me to try to meditate? Or in a somewhat similarly noisy suburb far from a meditation center and I don't have car or enough money or time or energy to get to one?

[@katyabatyakatya2035]

Hey! I'm just curious on what you experience when you mediate? And where do you meditate? I hope not to pry and don't intent this to be an egotistical thing, I just find my experience in meditating to be so exhilaratingly other-worldly and wondered if others are the same?

[@bcvc3365]

Katyabatya Katya ... I get a lot of messages from spirit during my meditations

[@fnjr578]

thank u for the wonderful videos

[@zazenforever4940]

Hi Mindah! Been practicing meditation for a couple of months (each AM for 20 minutes) and I normally count my breath. I find I can become quite still during this time. It is after meditation and during the day that my mind fills once again with distractions, bits of songs(!), and seemingly endless noise. Should I be working on something different during my sitting? Any suggestions would help. Thanks!

[@EnthusiasticBuddhist108]

+Zazen forever I would say this is what happens to most people's minds. Our mind has been perfectly conditioned by habits to be restless, so when we're not making a sustained effort, it just goes back to being scattered again. The trick is to meditate enough so that a less agitated and concentrated mind becomes the new habit. You don't need to change your technique, but you might need to lengthen the session to see it carry over more into your day.

[@TeoKaiGuan]

thank you for this!

[@duantorruellas716]

I like when mindah said after a while the thoughts became too shy to make and appearance having stage fright hahahah I'm definitely gonna remember that one.

[@MrPaulMirra]

Thank you

[@im103mike2]

Hello, I'm am new here, please forgive, reference tip 3: Serious threats made to me that have made me desparate to avoid (in court) have me physically sick, unable to sleep or stop thinking of. How do I address a problem like that without letting it overwhelm me? It is a very serious (to me) problem. I could go to jail if I dont handle it correctly and the correct way is out of reach because I cant afford the exorbitant fees of an attorney. Do I set a specific time of day to think about it and then stop after a designted period of time? Or, do I meditate?

[@meloneebakke1459]

I have found that sometimes I have some coughing (especially when doing group meditation). I have also noticed this when I work on some clients when I begin working on the head and neck or throat area (I am a massage therapist). Am I correct that it has something to do with the throat chakra?

[@darrellfreeman7500]

who is gonna

[@AJ-fl4mf]

You might be an Empath.

[@ametrinemoon]

My head starts itching during meditation!

[@vtecpreludevtec]

Its mostly mind made,dont concerntrate on it,or fight it.

[@lionwarrior7819]

Are you referrin g to a vippassana style of meditating?

[@thehappyplanningmom4141]

Is it odd to think about the dreams you had the night before. I dont really have any other thoughts accept for my dreams from the night before.

[@rogelio8002]

my monkey mind has surender because of your dazzling smile and kindly speaking....keep doing your great work it help us a lot!! may the Budda bless u....wich kind of buddism do u practice, theravada, mahayana,zen,tibetan...can u tell me please?

[@DreamWizard9]

Sometimes I have no thoughts at all. Is that a bad thing?

[@Dr.pikachuu]

I appreciate what you do

[@yourheavenmyhell3747]

Atothe B. Your welcome.

[@jhbluewolf6034]

I can blank my mind and don't think on anything at all

[@ninearthify]

Why hasn't she made any more videos ?

[@bentleythelabrador8085]

+ninearthify she has been on pilgrimage and working on a members site.

[@ninearthify]

Bentley the labrador thank you for answering. I hope she continues. Her channel is amazing.

[@bentleythelabrador8085]

she is continuing. she is making a members site though so in the future i assume most of her new content will be there. she recently said she is aiming for it to be ready around march.

[@yourheavenmyhell3747]

More videos=more ignorant, damming, and insulting comments from single brain celled organisms, masquerading as human beings aka the Christians🔥

[@sweetmetalchic]

hi mindah :) thank you for your channel. i started to meditate some since some days and i think it has some positive effects on me like for examplenot beeing tired at the end of the day like before....but i have one problem and i dont know if it is common,i hope you can help me: while i meditate i feel reallygood,really calm but after like 10 min after the meditations it seemslike all the thoughts i "repressed" during the meditation want to come back even stronger and louder than before and i get a very painful headache for some minutes, which may return even after hours again....i have not had headaches before i mean not regurarly just rarely....is there a way to prevent this? am i "allergic" tomeditation....i dont want to give it up because it really gives me a peace i had looked for so long, but i cant handle these headaches.....do you have an answer???

[@sweetmetalchic]

***** thank you for answering thats so kind of you :) and thank you for the hope that i do not have to give it up, i will definitely follow your advices..by the way i have found a very good book on meditation, maybe you know it its called buddhist meditation of sarah shaw.... alright, hope you keep up the good work. take care :)

[@sirisaddarmaya]

madam what is your country ?

[@wisdomwizard3620]

I feel like there’s a contradiction. I believe earlier you said not to eat heavy meals before meditating, now you’re saying to do that

[@stevenkok1926]

Be strict to the mind before it tames you.

[@nitingaikwad75]

Boddhichitta (Buddha's mind) is the " Panacea" On the all mental ills.

[@MMOStein]

I can't even focus on this video.

[@gilbertotongco1054]

I find difficult to understand her accent I spent , 30 years in new York but I didn't have problem speaking to blacks in Bronx

[@MaximC]

Thank you for these tips. I am actually novice to meditation. What you might say about introduction to meditation from Alan Watts (there are audios here on KZbin) and about use of mantras?

[@jhbluewolf6034]

But once you tell me to stick to one thing oooh boy ...my monkey is like I rather think of nothing than focus on something lol and I never trouble her at all, i just know that's how she is and I just learn to live with that lol

[@chavo6299]

can i use this in daily life?

[@marinameas6070]

Joy Boy sure! you can

[@DreamWizard9]

In fact I really like to meditate on an empty stomach!

[@DreamWizard9]

***** I see... Well, "Subtle dullness" is perhaps the state I get in sometimes, yes. And in fact I enjoy it :) It's very refreshing and revitalizing. I feel like it's connecting to the Source directly and kind of reloading. Almost like a very good revitalizing sleep. I think this is some kind of samadhi or 'jhanas' state I get it. And I enjoy it very much :) I'm not so much into this "i should do this" or "i should do that" and follow some rules or guidelines by a religion. I follow my own path :) In that state I feel I become one with everything. And it seems to me the natural state, which many animals are in. I think it's the ideal and ultimate state :)

[@wisdomwizard3620]

I recommend the song The Essence of Silence by Epica: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZazo6d7gtKLb7s

[@shanti888]

It’s precisely because we have a busy mind that we need to meditate…

[@ayethant02331chaungu]

About of Monkey mine.

[@c.m.s8782]

Nice accent!

[@meerasingh2327]

🌸🙏🌹🇨🇦

[@duantorruellas716]

I guess I'll have to shock the monkey .

[@daniellemunyalo2464]

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[@ruzickaw]

weak

[@MaximC]

Thank you for these tips. I am actually novice to meditation. What you might say about introduction to meditation from Alan Watts (there are audios here on KZbin) and about use of mantras?

[@lizanewton9231]

Thank you