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Gilbert R replied to the topic Fasting and meditation in the forum Meditation 5 years, 7 months ago
Given how far out the mind can go on meditation retreats, combined with potentially intense psychological purifications, I would not generally recommend fasting on retreats. Fasting can act like an unknown variable that the mind can perseverate on in an unhealthy manner. Obviously, your mileage may vary. I do think that fasting can be beneficial…[Read more]
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Gilbert R replied to the topic Caffeine problems? in the forum Dharma Practice in Daily Life 5 years, 8 months ago
Early on in my meditation career I started out meditating with relatively high levels of caffeine (ie 1-2 cups of coffee). The caffeine appeared to help make the sits more enjoyable and productive. As I progressed with meditation I naturally started tapering over the years. I found myself becoming more sensitive and needing less caffeine. I…[Read more]
