samatha meditation

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in this simple meditation we practice 'samatha', a technique from the Buddhist tradition. the word samatha is often translated to mean calm abiding and it is the practice of focusi ng on the breath to help steady and calm the mind. when we stay with the breath and gently return when we get to distracted, we begin to slow the constant movement of thought and cultivate more presence and awareness. Show more