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by Guy
Sun Apr 15, 2012 6:40 am
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge
Replies: 433
Views: 153639

Re: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge

Hi Reductor, It would seem that you are on to something with the different types of sleep. I think we can all agree that sleep which leaves you feeling more groggy after you wake up than when you fell asleep could be regarded as "bad" (or, at least, "unsatisfying") sleep. In fact...
by Guy
Sat Apr 14, 2012 10:21 am
Forum: Lounge
Topic: An Article
Replies: 2
Views: 1035

An Article

It's pretty cheesy, but what do you expect, I wrote it!

http://media.bswa.org/documents/2012Aut ... dTimes.pdf" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Enjoy!

Metta,

Guy
by Guy
Fri Apr 13, 2012 3:53 pm
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge
Replies: 433
Views: 153639

Re: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge

Today has been a day of merry-making, as it is my daughter's sixth birthday. :woohoo: I love that kid so, so much! Awwww Happy Birthday Kiddo!!!!!! All the activity did have a slight cost, however, because I fell asleep on the couch again. That has been happening a lot to me lately. But when I awok...
by Guy
Thu Apr 12, 2012 4:51 pm
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge
Replies: 433
Views: 153639

Re: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge

thereductor wrote:I'll stand here and blow in your direction, Mr. Boulder, although you shan't feel my influence. And when you begin rolling, I shall then take ALL THE CREDIT! Yea! :rofl:
Yeah, you have played your part, you deserve some of the credit, for sure. :)
by Guy
Wed Apr 11, 2012 8:14 am
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge
Replies: 433
Views: 153639

Re: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge

Hi Reductor and All, I know my personality somewhat well (though it is still subject to the law of impermanence) and I know it can be a stubborn ass at times. But at least it is not an impossible stubborn ass. In other words, it will take me a while, after initiating a wholesome intention (and even ...
by Guy
Wed Apr 11, 2012 8:07 am
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge
Replies: 433
Views: 153639

Re: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge

Until you know what will really motivate you, I suggest you commit to 15 minutes or so each day this month, and then post here about your success and failure. If you agree to do so, I promise to give you a hard time when ever you neglect to post. hahahaha fiiiiine... You are committing yourself? If...
by Guy
Tue Apr 10, 2012 11:24 pm
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge
Replies: 433
Views: 153639

Re: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge

thereductor wrote:Until you know what will really motivate you, I suggest you commit to 15 minutes or so each day this month, and then post here about your success and failure. If you agree to do so, I promise to give you a hard time when ever you neglect to post.
hahahaha fiiiiine...
by Guy
Mon Apr 09, 2012 8:57 pm
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: Self-Discipline
Replies: 19
Views: 4796

Re: Self-Discipline

Hi Goofaholix, More importantly have you been keeping up mindfulness of your daily activities, have you been noticing your mind states and quality of awareness throughout the day? if you can do this reasonably consistantly then build on this, don't worry if you are not sitting much, if you can't the...
by Guy
Mon Apr 09, 2012 8:16 pm
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge
Replies: 433
Views: 153639

Re: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge

Hi Dhammanewb, I haven't been meditating...Any tips on self-discipline? Hi Guy, Do you know anyone else who meditates? If you do you could ask that person or group of people to be your meditation partner(s) and just send each other a quick email every day letting the other person/people know you did...
by Guy
Mon Apr 09, 2012 8:11 pm
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: Self-Discipline
Replies: 19
Views: 4796

Re: Self-Discipline

That's awesome, thanks everyone for all the great advice!!!

Sadhu! Sadhu! Sadhu!

Really I know all this stuff...it is just a matter of applying it; "Just Do It", as Ben said.

Metta,

Guy
by Guy
Mon Apr 09, 2012 9:59 am
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: Self-Discipline
Replies: 19
Views: 4796

Self-Discipline

I haven't been meditating...Any tips on self-discipline?
by Guy
Mon Apr 09, 2012 9:59 am
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge
Replies: 433
Views: 153639

Re: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge

I haven't been meditating...Any tips on self-discipline?
by Guy
Wed Mar 28, 2012 6:00 pm
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge
Replies: 433
Views: 153639

Re: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge

So yes, I did my hour. It is becoming easier and easier to do each day, in terms of habit and duration. That's reassuring to know, too!!! Last night was difficult in that I was burdened by certain defilements, while tonight was very good. It was smooth sailing, and I ended with a good bout of brahm...
by Guy
Wed Mar 28, 2012 5:58 pm
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge
Replies: 433
Views: 153639

Re: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge

thereductor wrote:Once more I have completed the hour. This was a difficult night for me.

Peace to all.
I admire, and aspire to, your level of sincerity and unwavering dedication!
by Guy
Wed Mar 28, 2012 5:55 pm
Forum: General Theravāda Meditation
Topic: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge
Replies: 433
Views: 153639

Re: The Dhamma Wheel Meditation Challenge

Hi Yana, I'm going to meditate 2/day.(Anapanasati) I will start with 5min then add 1 min every sitting till i reach an hour. 5min+1,2,3..55min. yes it's very slow..but i like slow and gradual work!grr. Hopefull after i will have adapted..and i won't have much trouble sitting two hours a day.An hour ...