Micro Meditations: Recent Episodes
Daishin McCabe
These "micro meditations" are for anyone who is at a distance from a Buddhist meditation group, doesn't have a lot of time to practice, as well as for those who just need a reminder in their day to stay focused. "Micro Meditations" are meant to inspire you on your Zen practice journey where ever you might be. No more excuses as to why you can not practice in this moment. These encouraging words are between 1 and 4 minutes long. They are based in the experience of Soto Zen Buddhist priest and authentically transmitted teacher, Daishin McCabe. You can listen to them in your car*, on your phone, or on your meditation cushion before sitting. Visit him at www.zenfields.org to learn more, or email him at daishin@zenfields.org for upcoming retreats, practice opportunities, or to set up a private consultation for spiritual direction.
Questions and comments are welcome. Send them to daishin@zenfields.org. As with all of the Buddha's teachings, don't follow these "Micro Meditations" if they do not help to lead you to the end of suffering. Feel free to reach out to Daishin for clarification should the need arise.
*Use discretion in trying to practice these meditations while driving. Some are more suited for being still, while others can be heard at any time.
Zen Master Yunyan was sweeping the ground. His Dharma brother, Daowu, saw him and said, "Too busy." Yunyan responded, "You should know there is one who is not busy."
In this series we'll look at this koan case (21) from the Book of Serenity. What does it mean to be, "too busy"? We'll look at this from several angles.
The point of these episodes is to help you as you navigate your mind during meditation.
My suggestion is to listen to the podcast for the first few minutes of your meditation, and then sit with what comes up. Stay with this one meditation for the day, and then move on to the next episode tomorrow.
Contact daishin@zenfields.org for any questions that come up for you in your meditation practice.
Zen Master Yunyan was sweeping the ground. His Dharma brother, Daowu, saw him and said, "Too busy." Yunyan responded, "You should know there is one who is not busy."
In this series we'll look at this koan case (21) from the Book of Serenity. What does it mean to be, "too busy"? We'll look at this from several angles.
The point of these episodes is to help you as you navigate your mind during meditation.
My suggestion is to listen to the podcast for the first few minutes of your meditation, and then sit with what comes up. Stay with this one meditation for the day, and then move on to the next episode tomorrow.
Contact daishin@zenfields.org for any questions that come up for you in your meditation practice.
Zen Master Yunyan was sweeping the ground. His Dharma brother, Daowu, saw him and said, "Too busy." Yunyan responded, "You should know there is one who is not busy."
In this series we'll look at this koan case (21) from the Book of Serenity. What does it mean to be, "too busy"? We'll look at this from several angles.
The point of these episodes is to help you as you navigate your mind during meditation.
My suggestion is to listen to the podcast for the first few minutes of your meditation, and then sit with what comes up. Stay with this one meditation for the day, and then move on to the next episode tomorrow.
Contact daishin@zenfields.org for any questions that come up for you in your meditation practice.
Zen Master Yunyan was sweeping the ground. His Dharma brother, Daowu, saw him and said, "Too busy." Yunyan responded, "You should know there is one who is not busy."
In this series we'll look at this koan case (21) from the Book of Serenity. What does it mean to be, "too busy"? We'll look at this from several angles.
The point of these episodes is to help you as you navigate your mind during meditation.
My suggestion is to listen to the podcast for the first few minutes of your meditation, and then sit with what comes up. Stay with this one meditation for the day, and then move on to the next episode tomorrow.
Contact daishin@zenfields.org for any questions that come up for you in your meditation practice.
Zen Master Yunyan was sweeping the ground. His Dharma brother, Daowu, saw him and said, "Too busy." Yunyan responded, "You should know there is one who is not busy."
In this series we'll look at this koan case (21) from the Book of Serenity. What does it mean to be, "too busy"? We'll look at this from several angles.
The point of these episodes is to help you as you navigate your mind during meditation.
My suggestion is to listen to the podcast for the first few minutes of your meditation, and then sit with what comes up. Stay with this one meditation for the day, and then move on to the next episode tomorrow.
Contact daishin@zenfields.org for any questions that come up for you in your meditation practice.
Zen Master Yunyan was sweeping the ground. His Dharma brother, Daowu, saw him and said, "Too busy." Yunyan responded, "You should know there is one who is not busy."
In this series we'll look at this koan case (21) from the Book of Serenity. What does it mean to be, "too busy"? We'll look at this from several angles.
The point of these episodes is to help you as you navigate your mind during meditation.
My suggestion is to listen to the podcast for the first few minutes of your meditation, and then sit with what comes up. Stay with this one meditation for the day, and then move on to the next episode tomorrow.
Contact daishin@zenfields.org for any questions that come up for you in your meditation practice.
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