Venerable Bhikkhu Sunyo on meditating with no expectations
In this guided meditation Venerable Bhikkhu Sunyo of the Armadale Meditation Group conveys a profound message on approaching meditation with openness, kindness, and a non-judgmental attitude.
Throughout the session, Bhikkhu Sunyo emphasizes the importance of practicing meditation with a pure heart and boundless kindness towards all beings.
He cautions against approaching meditation with expectations of specific outcomes, highlighting the potential hindrance it poses to the practice itself.
At the heart of the discussion is the concept of impermanence, which emphasizes that all experiences, whether positive or negative, are temporary.
Bhikkhu Sunyo urges practitioners to let go of attachment and desire, embracing impermanence as a fundamental aspect of life.
By cultivating acceptance of the present moment and expressing gratitude towards oneself for engaging in meditation, practitioners can find joy and peace within.
Furthermore, Bhikkhu Sunyo discusses the impermanence of the mind itself, emphasizing the need to release expectations and desires during meditation.
He encourages equanimity towards physical sensations and mental states, guiding practitioners to focus on the breath as an anchor to the present moment.
