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Dennis replied to the topic New Board? in the forum Dharma Treasure Community Information 4 years, 6 months ago
Thanks for pointing this out. I’ll check back then.
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Dennis started the topic New Board? in the forum Dharma Treasure Community Information 4 years, 6 months ago
Has a new board been chosen? If so, who are they?
Is there any information about how the Sangha is going to move forward in the current situation?
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Dennis replied to the topic Staying in 6 prrlimary stages for too long in the forum Meditation 5 years, 2 months ago
I see four preliminary steps. What is the six step preparation? Where is it in the TMI book if I might ask?
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Dennis replied to the topic Eyes open or shut in the forum Meditation 5 years, 2 months ago
Thanks for the reply. In my limited experience, what you say rings true. There is a distinct difference between the two for me and I find eyes closed preferable, but do deal with dullness and falling asleep. That, right now, has been the greatest obstacle for me. It is starting to resolve.
Thanks for your advice.
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Dennis started the topic Eyes open or shut in the forum Meditation 5 years, 2 months ago
My experience when meditating with eyes open and eyes shut is very different. There are some practices which stipulate “eyes open” meditation. In the past I’ve practiced zazen where you generally “shroud” your eyes, but do not close them and you face a wall to minimize distraction, but also, I believe, to remain “connected” and reduce focusing on…[Read more]
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Dennis posted an update 5 years, 2 months ago
Sitting now both morning and evening.