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| These Lenses are additional ways of learning and practicing Attention and help to round out what it means to Experience the Now. | | These Lenses are additional ways of learning and practicing Attention and help to round out what it means to Experience the Now. |
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| === Tranquility === | | == Pure Experience == |
| Tranquility is a state of calmness and peacefulness. It is about cultivating serenity within oneself, regardless of the external circumstances. Through mindfulness and meditation, you can learn to manage stress and maintain inner peace, enhancing your ability to stay focused and attentive to the present moment.
| | Pure Experience is the state of direct, unmediated perception and awareness. It's when the division between the experiencer and the experience fades, leaving just the raw, unfiltered experience. By engaging in mindful practices like meditation, one can strive to reach this state of pure experience - observing the world directly, without the filter of concepts or preconceived notions. This understanding moves us beyond the duality of subject-object perception towards a more holistic, integrated understanding of reality. The end goal of cultivating this understanding of pure experience is a state of unadulterated, direct perception that can lead to profound insights and a deep sense of interconnectedness with the world. |
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| === Continuous Mindfulness === | | == Insight == |
| Continuous mindfulness is the practice of maintaining awareness and attention throughout all activities and moments of the day. By integrating mindfulness into your routine, you develop the ability to fully engage with the present moment. Continuous mindfulness leads to a heightened sense of being and living in the 'now'.
| | The practice of Insight is to develop the ability to see beyond illusions and to see the true nature of reality. |
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| === Absorption ===
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| Absorption refers to the state of being completely engrossed in the present moment, where your attention is so focused that you become one with your current activity. In such states, time may seem to stand still or fly by unnoticed. Cultivating absorption can enhance your quality of life as you fully experience and appreciate every moment.
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| === Mind-Body Connection ===
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| The Mind-Body Connection involves recognizing and understanding the link between our physical sensations and mental states. It encourages tuning into bodily sensations as a way of anchoring ourselves in the present moment. This lens can deepen your understanding of the interplay between the mind and body, fostering holistic well-being.
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| === Awareness of Thought Patterns ===
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| Awareness of Thought Patterns means being able to observe your own thoughts as they arise and evolve, without getting lost in them. This involves recognizing common themes, triggers, or cycles in your thought processes. By developing this awareness, you can prevent getting swept away by your thoughts, and instead, stay anchored in the present moment.
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| === Alertness ===
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| Alertness refers to the quality of being awake, aware, and responsive to your environment. By cultivating alertness, you can improve your ability to quickly and accurately respond to changes in your environment, enhancing your overall attentiveness to the present moment.
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| === Overcoming Distraction ===
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| Overcoming Distraction involves learning to manage and mitigate the impact of both internal and external disruptions to your focus. By improving your ability to resist distractions, you can maintain your focus on the present moment, enhancing the quality of your experiences.
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| === Perception Clarity ===
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| Perception Clarity is about developing a clear and unbiased understanding of your experiences. By seeing things as they are, not as you think or expect them to be, you can deepen your connection with the present moment.
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| === Disciplined Focus ===
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| Disciplined Focus refers to the cultivation of a strong and steadfast attention, able to maintain focus despite distractions or discomfort. It's a commitment to keep bringing your attention back to the present moment, enhancing your capacity for continuous mindfulness.
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| === Acceptance ===
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| Acceptance involves embracing the present moment as it is, without trying to change, avoid, or resist it. By accepting what is, we reduce stress and dissatisfaction caused by resisting reality. This can greatly enhance your ability to stay mindful and attentive to the present moment.
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| == Resources == | | == Resources == |
