My problem is... I wind up combining the different instructions. I'll start of trying to just follow the 16 Anapanasati Steps... then wind up trying to follow what Thanissaro said about breath energy... then I'll think of the steps from Mindfulness in Plain English... all of which have slight variat...

Hello all,

Wondering where I can find a good guide or book with steps for breath meditation suitable for a beginner, who does not have access to a meditation center or in-person guidance.

Metta,
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Hello, I have heard about the Wat in Thailand that is famous for treating drug and alcohol addiction. Aside from that, though, how can Buddhism be applied to recovery? I know that for many people, 12-step programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous do not suffice because of their requirement for a view in...

Hello, I'm sorry if this would be more suited for the Introduction To Theravada subforum. Anyway... I'm a relative beginner. I've been practicing Anapanasati for a few months, and I try to attend a meditation with a Sri Lankan bhikku once a week (metta + anapanasati). Often, while meditating, I seem...