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The correct way to view and care for our body to make use of it for spiritual practice
Though Buddhism teaches us not to be attached to our physical body, it is a tool for the practice of the Way, a medium through which we cultivate wisdom. We should use it properly, and care for it by protecting our physical health through doing exercises, sitting meditation, or simply relaxing our body and mind at any time or place.
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Now, many people are anxious about the future. In my view, to seize the present moment is very important, for it is of no use to worry about things yet to come.
How to enter meditative concentration
The spirit of Chan is concentrating the mind on a single thought and cultivating awareness of our actions.
What does meditative concentration feel like, and what kind of wisdom is generated?
We can practice Chan by first calming ourselves down internally, keeping our mind simple and free of wandering thoughts and focusing it on just one thought.