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Inspired by the teachings in by Stephan Bodian.

It bypasses the mechanics of being mindful to reveal your natural state of "inherent wakefulness".

Instead of focusing on your breath, ask yourself: "What is it that is aware of these words right now?" Don't look for an intellectual answer. Simply feel into the quiet, ever-present space of awareness behind the thoughts. Beyond Mindfulness: The Direct Approach to Last...

We’ve all heard it before: "Just be mindful." But in our achievement-driven world, even mindfulness can start to feel like another chore on the to-do list. If you feel like your meditation practice is becoming a "mental workout" rather than a source of rest, there’s another way: . 💡 What is the Direct Approach?

Instead of "doing" meditation, you simply rest in the awareness that is already present. Inspired by the teachings in by Stephan Bodian

Lasting happiness comes from recognizing the "inherent perfection" of right now, rather than acquiring new skills.

🌿 Beyond Mindfulness: The Direct Approach to Lasting Peace Simply feel into the quiet, ever-present space of

Unlike traditional mindfulness, which often involves monitoring thoughts or focusing on the breath, the direct approach shifts your focus from the objects of experience to the awareness in which they occur.