Comments on: Vern’s 22 Day Meditation Course

By: Catherine

Catherine — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:08:58 +0000

Rick, keeping to a schedule will be tough – which is why I’m hoping my iPhone’s don’t break the chain app will help.

I’m also wondering how my cats are going to react. I can’t even visit the ladies without them whining outside the door and scratching at the flaps.

Today is day one. I’ll take notes of my progress (and theirs ;-)
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By: SiamRick

SiamRick — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:55:46 +0000

I took two semesters of evening yoga classes at a local school six or seven years ago. I remember the pinprick of realization that I am learning something new and I need to practise this. Well, modern life and all, I didn’t do anything once the classes stopped. But I did take away the experience of relaxing, even for a few minutes. I started doing it at home but, again, fell out of the habit quickly because, well, there’s so much else to do.

But I did start to use the techniques of meditating while walking, while sitting quietly in my office chair trying to calm everything after the latest idiocy, while sitting on public transit, while waiting in lineups. Even if I was able to calm myself for a minute or two or five, I felt better about it.

So I was interested in what Vern has to say. I’ve read his introduction and first day of meditation, as well as his thoughts on mindfulness. For example, his being in the present while washing dishes, I’ve done. Strange how the simplest activity can be involving and calming. Instead of rushing through it so you can do something else, stay in the present, if you want to find a way to rest the mind and gain benefits from that activity!

His first day I thought was really helpful and sensible. Vern’s approach and thoughts really appeal to me.

Catherine, you have a delightful way of popping up with most interesting blog ideas. Thanks.
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By: Catherine Wentworth

Catherine Wentworth — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:49:29 +0000

Jo, Excellent! I would prefer a weekend meditating around rolling waves somewhere, but a beach retreat would have to wait as I’m an impatient person (hence, my drive to learn meditation now :-)

I’m starting on Monday, so I will know more in the next week or so. And just like my 30 Days Thai language trial, I’ll keep a record on my iPhone. But I won’t post weekly.

By: jo

jo — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:20:55 +0000

Feel free to ask :)

There are also some good temples that offer weekend retreats in the greater Bangkok area if you don’t want to go too far but the ebook looks like a great start.
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