Physical seclusion, mental seclusion, seclusion from people, unethical conduct, wrong view and defilements, and the relief and joy that comes from seclusion.
Exploring the first four steps of mindfulness of breathing: knowing the breath, experiencing the whole body, and inviting the body to calm. The talk emphasizes finding a sustainable balance of energy and relaxation, supported by interest, patience, friendliness, and trust in the unfolding of practice.
Techniques in the practice take many different forms. Some questions include how to work with grief after recent death of one's mother, how to deal with sloth and torpor, how to do walking meditation, etc.
Beginning with the preliminary practices that establish a foundation for meditation, these instructions explore mindfulness of the body in sitting, walking, and everyday movement, with an emphasis on curiosity, kindness, ease, and continuity of awareness.
