In this short video Pomnyun Sunim delves into various methods he has explored to enhance awareness during meditation.
He shares his journey, which includes experimenting with techniques like following thoughts randomly, concentrating on the culmination of thoughts, and directing attention to the breath.
However, he conveys that his awareness level remained relatively unchanged until he began steadfastly focusing his attention without judgment.
Furthermore, Pomnyun Sunim underscores the significance of recognizing and embracing one’s emotions, even when they are negative, and continuing to focus on them until they naturally dissipate.
Moreover, he emphasizes the critical role of maintaining a calm and relaxed state throughout the meditation process as the key to achieving a heightened level of awareness.
He also discusses the diverse methods he has explored to elevate awareness during meditation, including random thought-following, focus on thought conclusions, and breath awareness.