Wherever we walk, we can practice meditation. This means that we know that we are walking. We walk just for walking. We walk with freedom and solidity, no longer in a hurry. We are present with each step. And when we wish to talk we stop our movement and give our full attention to the other person, to our words and to listening. Walking in this way should not be a privilege. We should be able to do it in every moment. Look around and see how vast life is,…
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Be on time for temple activities. Being late can make others annoyed with you. At a retreat or a day of mindfulness, turn off your mobile phone or put it in silent mode so as to preserve the tranquility and serenity of the occasion. Take time in advance to go to the bathroom and to prepare all activities and chores so as to arrive at the Dharma hall on time. When you hear the bell announcing it is time for the Dharma talk, go inside right away. Don’t enter the hall after the teacher. During the talk,…
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