Dharma Talk and Meditation - Mindfulness of Emotions

From Magic of Awareness Retreat - June 2024

Trudy emphasized the importance of acknowledging emotions during meditation, using mindfulness to label and note feelings without judgment. She described how emotions can trigger thoughts and vice versa, and stressed the value of staying present through light mental notes. Trudy then guided participants in grounding their awareness in the body, focusing on breath sensations and physical sensations associated with emotions. She shared personal experiences and teachings from the Buddha, highlighting the significance of the body in understanding emotions and the practice of noticing.

This recording is from Spirit Rock Meditation Center and provided by Dharmaseed.