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Exploring the Appeal of Zen Practice
59:45 - 1:13:00 (13:14)
The mystery and strict discipline of Zen practice are what attracts some practitioners to the tradition. The focus on quieting the mind through counting meditations and the classic Zen posture are key aspects of the practice.
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In this podcast, the host and guest discuss what makes Zen a unique and attractive discipline, including its strict and hardcore nature, especially when compared to other tools and modalities.
59:45 - 1:07:53 (08:07)
Summary
In this podcast, the host and guest discuss what makes Zen a unique and attractive discipline, including its strict and hardcore nature, especially when compared to other tools and modalities. They also talk about Henry Shukman's recent book, "One Blade of Grass," which provides an inspiring biography of his life's journey towards enlightenment through Zen, despite his career, personal struggles, and physical health issues.
ChapterExploring the Appeal of Zen Practice
Episode#453: The Random Show — Zen, Investing, Mike Tyson, Artificial Intelligence, and the World's Best Beers
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The practice of quieting the mind and sitting in a specific posture to observe distractions without judgment is essential to Zen meditation.
1:07:54 - 1:11:11 (03:17)
Summary
The practice of quieting the mind and sitting in a specific posture to observe distractions without judgment is essential to Zen meditation. This mental exercise is like weights in a gym, and the ultimate goal is achieving a malleable and calmed down mind.
ChapterExploring the Appeal of Zen Practice
Episode#453: The Random Show — Zen, Investing, Mike Tyson, Artificial Intelligence, and the World's Best Beers
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker discusses the intense multi-day meditation practices of Zen meditation practitioners that offer them an experience similar to ayahuasca and controlled death without using any drugs, leading to a self-engineered psychotic break in a slow-motion that scares the speaker.
1:11:11 - 1:13:00 (01:48)
Summary
The speaker discusses the intense multi-day meditation practices of Zen meditation practitioners that offer them an experience similar to ayahuasca and controlled death without using any drugs, leading to a self-engineered psychotic break in a slow-motion that scares the speaker.