“Here, monks, a monk goes to the forest, to the foot of a tree, or to an empty place, sits down, folds his legs crosswise, keeps his body erect, and brings mindful awareness to the fore. With mindfulness he breathes… — John Yates Copy Share Image
“Too often, people approach meditation as though they were taking medicine—it tastes bad, but they grin and bear it because it’s supposed to be good for them. Instead, make meditation into a pleasurable activity. If you’re at ease and happy,… — John Yates Copy Share Image
“Monkey-mind” describes an especially agitated state where attention jumps rapidly from one thing to the next, like an excited monkey. This is quite different… — John Yates Copy Share Image
“Our past shapes our current perceptions and behaviors, and unresolved issues can stand in the way of peace of mind, joy, and happiness in… — John Yates Copy Share Image
“Here, monks, a monk goes to the forest, to the foot of a tree, or to an empty place, sits down, folds his legs… — John Yates Copy Share Image
“Evolution is more about the condition of the heart of a man who does not want to acknowledge God than it is about the… — John Yates Copy Share Image
“Too often, people approach meditation as though they were taking medicine—it tastes bad, but they grin and bear it because it’s supposed to be… — John Yates Copy Share Image
“Troubles are God setting the stage for greater blessings in your life.” — John Yates Copy Share Image
“Now, sustaining attention is trickier than directing attention. Why? It’s possible to voluntarily direct attention. However, the part of the mind that sustains attention… — John Yates Copy Share Image
