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"Transforming Emotions through Mindful Interconnectedness in Buddhist Meditation"

Thich Nhat Hanh · October 24, 1992 · Mannenbach, Switzerland
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This talk details the interconnectedness of mindfulness, consciousness, and emotions in Buddhist meditation. It explains how breathing practice positively influences the body and consciousness, emphasizing mindfulness as a transformative tool. Buddhist psychology views unconsciousness as store consciousness, storing seeds of experiences. The store consciousness maintains seeds that give rise to feelings, perceptions, and mental formations. Cultivating mindfulness helps transform negative energies like anger into positive qualities. Emotions and perceptions are interconnected, influencing our collective consciousness. Recognizing this interconnectedness, mindfulness nurtures healing and transformation. Buddhist teachings emphasize embracing the present moment, acknowledging interconnectedness, and transforming perceptions through mindful practice. Understanding and practicing mindfulness leads to profound reconciliation and unity, fostering compassion and interconnectedness in daily life.

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