Reflection On Walking Meditation During one of my early morning walking meditation sessions around the fields of the Cotswolds, I found myself reflecting on the Mental Discipline section of the Noble Eightfold Path. The image that came to mind was a still pond. When the surface of the water is calm, even the smallest pebble Read More
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What Mindful Walking Finally Taught me
"When walking, the monk knows: ‘I am walking.’"— Mahāsatipaṭṭhāna Sutta Every morning begins in much the same way. I wake around 6.00 a.m., make cups of green tea for my wife and me, and we each spend forty minutes in meditation before beginning the day. Afterwards I head out for a walk, usually covering four Read More
The Quiet Stillness of Lagan Ashoka Stupa
In the busy heart of Lalitpur, the Lagan Ashoka Stupa feels unexpectedly quiet. Traffic moves constantly nearby, people pass through the surrounding streets, and yet within the stupa grounds there is a noticeable sense of stillness. Trees and shrubs soften the noise of the city, while a large pond—currently being restored—adds to the atmosphere of Read More