This recording describes the 4th of the 5 Hindrances, Restlessness and Worry. The discussion describes the results of too much energy in the mind and how this interferes with clearly knowing the true nature of the mind.
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This continues discussion of the five hindrances, focused particularly on the sluggish, drowsy and inert mind-state called sloth and torpor. In the discussion, we explored the balancing of energies involved in overcoming this hindrance.
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As a follow-up to the previous recording on “Why Do I Go On Retreat”, Peter reviews the ways he conducted his self-retreat, which ended on May 22.
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Our Wednesday night meditation and study group just completed several weeks of exploring the Mahayana/Tibetan practice called Lojong, which is usually translated as “mind training.” Peter prepared the document posted below that noted this practice from the perspective of someone who has a lot of experience with Theravadin Buddhist practices. He sees Lojong as a way to implement the Wisdom aggregate of the Noble Eightfold Path, which combines clear awareness/vipassana practice with benevolent awareness/compassion practice. It is hoped that those who read this will be inspired to pursue this practice.
As the Orlando Insight Meditation Group grows, we are expanding our outreach as well. This new web site has increased opportunities to dynamically respond to further changes as we go along. Additionally, we are introducing a periodical newsletter, and the recorded MP3 files from various dhamma talks will be posted at the iTunes audio store and can be accessed free of charge. (more…)