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That's one of the best essays I've ever read. It says almost nothing about meditation, but it nails every frustration and unhappiness I've ever experienced. I
by drblast 16y ago
That's one of the best essays I've ever read. It says almost nothing about meditation, but it nails every frustration and unhappiness I've ever experienced.
It makes me think that if someone can be that insightful, I'm more likely to go along with whatever he suggests because he's got it figured out so well. Maybe it's time to give meditation a shot.
- earcar 16y agoHe has written many books on the subject. I think I'll read the linked one and get the "sequel" soon. http://www.amazon.com/Bhante-Henepola-Gunaratana/e/B002LADY6O http://www.amazon.com/Bhante-Henepola-Gunaratana/e/B002LADY6...
- michael_dorfman 16y agoActually, it says almost everything about meditation. I definitely recommend that you (or anyone else interested) give meditation a shot-- but I'd suggest that you find a teacher. Otherwise, it's a bit like trying to learn to swim from a book. There are a lot of meditation centers around, and most of them don't charge money or require adherence to any doctrine whatsoever. In my experience, they are happy to have you there, and happy to show you how it's done. That being said: as books go, Bhante G.'s is one of the best.
- k0n2ad 16y agoIf this comment was meant to be sarcastic then it was expertly executed! BTW, you really don't need a teacher to learn meditation... just sit down, shut up and focus on your breathing for a few minutes each day... and watch how wild your mind is.
- drblast 16y agoNot meant to be sarcastic at all. I just appreciate the insight in the essay. I'd rather someone be an example of the results of their ideology, than have them try to sell me on it. I think it speaks volumes.