[Louis StevensMember]

Hello Blake,

Thank you for pointing me toward the discussion of discursive brilliance. The explanation of the ‘trap’ of this mind activity is invaluable, answers my inquiry exactly.

To avoid this problem , I believe what is needed for me is a second form of ‘practice’ not related to my meditation period, where I will I set aside a regular time to make a thorough review of necessary tasks and upcoming commitments, and act promptly, without procrastination. If I’m honest, much of the ‘valuable’ reminders I get during meditation are of things that would not come up if they had not been put off. I don’t expect perfection in this, but I know this will benefit my meditation practice.

Thanks again for such a helpful reply.

Lou

[Louis StevensMember]

Hello Blake,

Thank you for your reply. I can see it was good I asked the question. I’ve been counting breaths for the entire period. Forgetting and mind wandering have been minimized since I began doing that, but I was concerned the counting might be something I would not want to rely on long-term. On more than a few occasions, like halfway through the period, I had a good pattern going with consecutive breaths, then interrupted things when I realized I had not counted for a few breaths, so the focus went briefly to the fingers, which made me wonder. So I can confidently stop at ten. Thanks again for your help.

Lou

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