What is effort?

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    I was wondering if someone could give an explanation of what “effort” is, using the mind system model from The Mind Illuminated. What is happening in the mind when meditation is effortless, compared to when it is effortful? Where do feelings of effort come from, if not from a Self exerting that effort?

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    Blake Barton
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    Hi GA,

    I would refer you to page 264 in Mind Illuminated to the section entitled Diligence, Vigilance and Effort.

    I feel that “effort” is constantly renewing intention to direct attention to the meditation object, and to correct for potential distractions and dullness. When Stage 7 is mastered the intention is set at the beginning of the sit and it does not need to be constantly renewed. This is effortlessness.

    Blake – Dharma Treasure Teacher in Training

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