EPISODE · Jul 6, 2018 · 25 MIN
What is the Point of Meditation?
from Ritam Studio Podcast · host Jonni Pollard
What is the point of meditation and is there a "best" kind of meditation? Ameena, a practicing Sufi meditator of 20 years shares her experience as a student who was challenged by a teacher who didn't agree with her open-minded perspective on meditation. The story inspires Jonni to explain the 6 categories of mediation and how each stimulates specific functions of the mind. Jonni suggest that meditation, in all of its forms, are processes of increasing our awareness and that it's a modern misconception it is exclusively about stilling the mind. The conversation ultimately reveals 1 Giant Mind's inclusive and sequential model to understanding meditation.Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now.Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice.Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio. ritam.studio Free Offerings To Get You StartedAwaken awareness, build strength and mobility, restore true posture with Carla's Movement Fundamentals.Access Jonni's Knowledge for Life teachings, translating ancient wisdom into practical daily guidance.Connect with our community in our free weekly live meditation and Q&A. Register now.
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What is the point of meditation and is there a "best" kind of meditation? Ameena, a practicing Sufi meditator of 20 years shares her experience as a student who was challenged by a teacher who didn't agree with her open-minded perspective on meditation. The story inspires Jonni to explain the 6 categories of mediation and how each stimulates specific functions of the mind. Jonni suggest that meditation, in all of its forms, are processes of increasing our awareness and that it's a modern misc...
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