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We thought this was apt. A pandemic mindfulness checklist!

“There are times when the heart is in bad shape. Bad mental qualities get mixed up with it, making it even worse, making us suffer both in body and mind. These bad mental qualities are said to be “unskillful” (akusala). … Continue reading →

The Meditation Circle will gather Tuesday, Dec. 17, and then take a break for the holiday season for two weeks, and will NOT meet on Dec. 24 and 31 at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Charleston WV. The group will … Continue reading →

Not that anyone around this joint is spiritually awakened—or as far as we can tell, but who knows? But this is just cute.

“When you’re alone, watch your mind.When you’re with others watch your speech.” ~ Author unknown

“The beautiful lotus grows out of the mud. Without affliction and suffering, we cannot make a Buddha.“ ~Thich Nhat Hanh (from “The Diamond That Cuts Through Illusion“)

IN ADDITION TO THE REGULAR WEEKLY gathering of The Meditation Circle from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation building, 520 Kanawha Blvd., W., 25302, on the west side of Charleston, WV, the Circle also gathers 11 a.m … Continue reading →

“We think our unhappiness is caused by the outside world. As a result, we direct all our energy and mental capabilities outward. We get engrossed and sometimes even obsessed in trying to straighten out the people around us, as if … Continue reading →

Beginning October 22nd, practice of the Eight Pieces of Brocade Qigong form will be offered on Tuesday evenings from 5:45 until 6:00, prior to the evening meditation . This time will provide an opportunity to stretch and prepare for the … Continue reading →

By LYNN J. KELLEY | from ‘The Buddha’s Advice to Laypeople’ Here we are, considering the fourth framework for cultivating mindfulness: principles/phenomena/dharmas. Specifically, we’ll take up how we can practice mindfulness with the hindrances. As a reminder, the hindrances are: … Continue reading →

“The Buddha simply taught basic principles for people who want to wise up: The first principle is to realize that your actions are important, that they make a difference, that they come from your ideas and intentions, and that they … Continue reading →

“The moment you accept responsibility for your situation you begin to move in a positive direction.” ~Bhante Gunaratana“Mindfulness in Plain English” (Wisdom)

The cause of suffering, the Second Noble Truth, is desire (tanha)—attachment to desire out of ignorance. Here we’re not trying to rid ourselves of desire, or become somebody who doesn’t have any desires. We’re recognizing desire: desire is like this, … Continue reading →