Flow Meditation

Learn the sitting posture of Japanese Zen Meditation, Zazen, and how to be mindful of the body in meditation practice, as per the First Foundation of Mindfulness, Contemplation of the Body.

Learn Shikantaza, the form of Zen meditation that translates to "just sitting" or "nothing but sitting" in Japanese. Its a practice that emphasizes a non-conceptual, non-dual awareness.

Combine this direct approach with how to be mindful of feelings as per the Second Foundation of Mindfulness, Contemplation of Feelings.

Learn Kinhin, a form of mindful walking in Japanese Zen. Its purpose is to maintain the meditative state of awareness and mindfulness during the transition between periods of sitting meditation.

Integrate this practice with how to be mindful of the mind in the Third Foundation of Mindfulness, Contemplation of the Mind.

Koans are paradoxical or enigmatic anecdotes, statements, or dialogues used in Zen Buddhism as a tool for meditation and contemplation.

Merge this direct approach with how to be mindful of mind-objects during meditation as per the Fourth Foundation of Mindfulness, Contemplation of Mind-Objects.

Kensho in Zen is an an immediate and direct insight, transcending dualistic perceptions and offering profound understanding into one's true nature.

Combine this understanding with the awareness of the Four Noble Truths of existence as taught by Siddhartha Gautama.

Learn about Satori in Zen term for sudden insight, an immediate and profound realization that transcends ordinary understanding, leading to a transformative shift in perception and awareness.

Combine this understanding with awareness of the Four Jhanas or the Four Stages of Meditation of a very advanced practitioner.