Explore every episode of the podcast Mindfulness Insight Meditation - Buddhist Teachings
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| 150: Retreat Dhamma Talk 45: Becoming a Peace Keeper | 30 Aug 2024 | 00:57:12 | |
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| 149: Retreat Dhamma Talk 44: A Wise Person | 23 Aug 2024 | 01:01:10 | |
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| 139: Retreat Dhamma Talk 34: Labeling/Noting during Mindfulness-Insight Practice | 14 Jun 2024 | 00:43:19 | |
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| 47: Stages of Overwhelming Suffering / Discriminative Awareness of Mind and Matter | 02 Apr 2022 | 01:00:12 | |
Sayar Myat gives a talk on stages of great suffering that can arise in ones life and how to observe them. These stages can also be expected during Satipatthana Vipassana practise. The stage of discriminative awareness of mind and matter is also talked about. Website: | |||
| 46: Determination | 26 Mar 2022 | 00:33:21 | |
Determination is needed whenever wanting to achieve a desired goal. Determination is important to develop and get through periods of difficulty, especially on the path to attaining Insight Knowledge. Website: | |||
| 45: Mental Concentration: Samadhi | 20 Mar 2022 | 00:50:19 | |
Mental Concentration must be developed to reach the goal of Insight Knowledge. Sayar Myat explains the process of developing this factor. Website: | |||
| 44: Tranquility | 18 Feb 2022 | 01:02:11 | |
Sayar Myat gives a talk on the qualities of Tranquility in relation to the Seven Factors of Enlightenment. Website: | |||
| 43: Rapture | 16 Feb 2022 | 01:05:21 | |
Sayar Myat speaks about Rapture in relation to the Seven Factors of Enlightenment. Website: | |||
| 42: How to Arouse Energy (Part 2 of 2) | 14 Feb 2022 | 00:59:44 | |
This talk (part 2 of 2) is on how to arouse energy to a level sufficient to observe meditation objects mindfully. Website: | |||
| 41: How to Arouse Energy (Part 1 of 2) | 12 Feb 2022 | 01:01:44 | |
This talk (part 1 of 2) is on how to arouse energy to a level sufficient to observe meditation objects mindfully. Website: | |||
| 40: Effort and Energy | 10 Feb 2022 | 00:45:11 | |
The topic of Effort/Energy is discussed. This is one of the Seven Factors of Enlightenment. Through the development of right effort, progress of ones meditation will occur. Website: | |||
| 39: Investigation of Dhamma | 08 Feb 2022 | 01:12:36 | |
The topic of the Investigation of Dhamma is talked about. One of the Seven Factors of Enlightenment. Through the right attitude and curiosity when observing meditation objects, development of ones meditation will occur. Website: | |||
| 38: Seven Factors of Enlightenment | 04 Feb 2022 | 00:35:26 | |
The all-important Seven Factors of Enlightenment are described. These Factors are necessary to attain higher degrees of Wisdom, and ultimately, the attainment of Nibbana. Website: | |||
| 138: Retreat Dhamma Talk 33: Four Types of Clear Comprehension | 07 Jun 2024 | 00:56:00 | |
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| 37: Ignorance in Neutral Sensations | 02 Feb 2022 | 00:55:02 | |
The very subtle neutral sensation is discussed as well as how one can become more aware and bring mindfulness to this sensation. Website: | |||
| 36: Craving in Pleasant Sensations | 31 Jan 2022 | 01:02:47 | |
The hindrance of craving in pleasant sensations is discussed. This craving can halt/stall ones meditation progress if not properly noted. Website: | |||
| 35: Aversion of Unpleasant Sensations | 29 Jan 2022 | 01:00:04 | |
The topic of the aversion or dislike of unpleasant sensations (pain, itchiness, etc.) is discussed. Also the topic of how one can persevere and develop meditation practice with the right focus and attitude. Website: | |||
| 34: Conditions Which Produce Good Meditation Sessions | 27 Jan 2022 | 01:00:23 | |
Sayar Myat describes conditions that helps to produce beneficial results with meditation practice. Website: | |||
| 33: Suitable Climate and Suitable Postures | 25 Jan 2022 | 01:01:50 | |
The topic of beneficial climate and temperature matched to a yogi's character is discussed. Suitable postures that may benefits practitioners is also a topic. Website: | |||
| 32: Suitable Co-Practitioners and Suitable Nourishment | 23 Jan 2022 | 00:58:52 | |
The topic of types of people and characteristics that are beneficial to Mindfulness Insight practice are discussed. Also, the topic of what and how much to eat/drink (especially during intensive meditation practice) are also discussed. Website: | |||
| 31: Suitable Conversation | 21 Jan 2022 | 01:03:08 | |
Suitable conversation that helps to develop mindfulness and beneficial results in one's life and practice are discussed. This is especially important while on a meditation retreat or while doing intensive meditation practice. Website: | |||
| 30: Suitable Accommodation and Suitable Alms | 19 Jan 2022 | 00:59:30 | |
This talk describes the most beneficial and suitable setting/accommodation for mindfulness practice. What are suitable alms to be given to a monk as well as a meditation practitioner are also discussed. Website: | |||
| 29: Mindfulness of Ungraceful Activities and Four Postures | 17 Jan 2022 | 00:35:48 | |
Sayar Myat describes how to develop mindfulness during ungraceful activities as well as the four different postures. Website: | |||
| 28: Mindfulness of Dressing and Eating | 15 Jan 2022 | 01:03:10 | |
This talk describes the different common activities that one does daily and how one can develop mindfulness practice during these times. Website: | |||
| 137: Retreat Dhamma Talk 32: Sampajanna (Clear Comprehension) | 05 Jun 2024 | 00:51:27 | |
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| 27: What is Looking Forward, Sideways, Bending and Stretching | 13 Jan 2022 | 00:46:14 | |
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| 26: Walking Meditation: What is Stepping Forward and Stepping Backward? | 11 Jan 2022 | 00:53:55 | |
This talk is on the topic of how to practice walking meditation. Website: | |||
| 25: Observing Daily Activities | 09 Jan 2022 | 00:55:02 | |
This talk is on how to develop mindfulness throughout your day when not in formal sitting posture. This practice can be done while walking, doings tasks/chores, eating, etc. Slowing down is a key factor to being able to observe. Website: | |||
| 24: Observe Without Breaking Awareness | 07 Jan 2022 | 00:55:45 | |
The importance of observing/meditating without breaking awareness is discussed. The power of continued and unbroken awareness helps develop concentration. This is necessary to the development of Insight practice. Website: | |||
| 23: Overcoming Unpleasant Feelings | 03 Jan 2022 | 00:41:17 | |
The observation of unpleasant feelings and painful sensations can be a challenging object to observe. Website: | |||
| 22: Feelings and Sensations | 01 Jan 2022 | 00:54:52 | |
The observation of feelings and sensations is another form to developing strong mindfulness. Website: | |||
| 21: Practicing with Great Care and Respect | 30 Dec 2021 | 00:46:16 | |
An important and essential foundational aspect of meditation practice. Website: | |||
| 20: Inclining the Mind Towards Cessation | 28 Dec 2021 | 00:52:52 | |
A very important topic in Vipassana practice, on how to observe the cessation/ending of mental and physical phenomena. Website: | |||
| 19: Insight: Bridging Theory and Practice | 16 Oct 2021 | 00:48:19 | |
This talk is aimed towards bridging theoretical knowledge with Vipassana practice. Website: | |||
| 18: Insight: Thirteen Stages of Vipassana Insight | 15 Oct 2021 | 00:50:47 | |
Sayar Myat speaks about the 13 stages of Vipassana Insight that can be attained through Mindfulness Insight meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana). Website: | |||
| 136: Retreat Dhamma Talk 31: Heedfulness- With Repetition and a Resolute Mind | 02 Jun 2024 | 00:54:19 | |
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| 17: Buddhism and Faith | 15 Oct 2021 | 01:00:13 | |
A talk on the definition of faith, from the Buddhist view. Website: | |||
| 16: Volition: Karma/Kamma | 15 Oct 2021 | 00:36:32 | |
Sayar Myat gives a talk on how volitional action is linked to karma/kamma. Website: | |||
| 15: Defilements Due to Thought, Speech, and Deed | 15 Oct 2021 | 00:52:09 | |
Sayar Myat speaks on the topic of the defilements (kilesas) that arise when unmindful. Website: | |||
| 14: The Danger of Not Practicing Vipassana Meditation | 14 Oct 2021 | 00:46:27 | |
Sayar Myat speak about the many reasons why not practicing Vipassana meditation can lead to danger in one's future. Website: | |||
| 13: The Benefits of Mindfulness Insight Meditation | 14 Oct 2021 | 00:41:17 | |
Sayar Myat starts this series' talks with a Dhamma talk on the benefits of practicing Mindfulness Insight meditation. Website: | |||
| 12: Five Controlling Mental Faculties (Part 3 of 3): Concentration and Wisdom | 13 Jan 2021 | 00:41:20 | |
Beginner Series Talk #12 of 12.
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| 11: Five Controlling Mental Faculties (Part 2 of 3): Effort and Mindfulness | 12 Jan 2021 | 00:33:51 | |
Beginner Series Talk #11 of 12.
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| 10: The Five Controlling Mental Faculties (Part 1 of 3): Faith/Confidence | 10 Jan 2021 | 00:32:42 | |
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| 9: The Five Hindrances (Part 2 of 2): Sloth/Torpor, Restlessness/Remorse and Doubt | 10 Jan 2021 | 00:56:48 | |
Beginner Series Talk #9 of 12.
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| 8: The Five Hindrances (Part 1 of 2): Sense Desire and Ill Will | 09 Jan 2021 | 00:48:44 | |
Beginner Series Talk #8 of 12.
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| 134: Retreat Dhamma Talk 29: Powerful Mental Development & Seven Factors of Enlightenment | 10 May 2024 | 00:51:42 | |
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| 7: The Four Foundations of Mindfulness | 08 Jan 2021 | 00:36:08 | |
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| 6: Benefits of Mindfulness Insight Meditation | 07 Jan 2021 | 00:30:57 | |
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| 5: The Cornerstone of Meditation: The Five Precepts | 06 Jan 2021 | 00:45:59 | |
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