Enchiridion — "Two maxims we must ever bear in mind—that apart from the will there is nothing either good or bad, and that we must not try to anticipate or direct events, but merely accept them with intelligence."
True education lies in learning to wish things to be as they actually are; it lies in learning to distinguish what is our own from what does not belong to us. But there is only one thing which is fully our own,—that is, our will or purpose.
Epictetus — "Two maxims we must ever bear in mind—that apart from the will there is nothing either good or bad, and that we must not try to anticipate or direct events, but merely accept them with intelligence."
True education lies in learning to wish things to be as they actually are; it lies in learning to distinguish what is our own from what does not belong to us. But there is only one thing which is fully our own,—that is, our will or purpose.
Joseph Goldstein — Lighten Up: mindfulness, enlightenment, and everyday life (podcast)
(via bigthink.com) One of the most influential Buddhist teachers and writers of the past half-century, Joseph Goldstein helped bring Vipassana (insight) practice to the West. We talk about love, pop-mindfulness, and how even a philosopher can learn to quiet the mind.
Gaius Musonius Rufus
His philosophy, which is in many respects identical with that of his pupil, Epictetus, is marked by its strong practical tendency. The philosophy he would have everyone cultivate is not a mere matter of words, of instruction, or of the school; but one that everyone by their own reflection and practice may pursue for himself.
As a writer Seneca is known for his philosophical works, and for his plays, which are all tragedies. His philosophical writings include a dozen philosophical essays, and one hundred and twenty-four letters dealing with moral issues.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness is the psychological process of bringing one’s attention to experiences occurring in the present moment, which one can develop through the practice of meditation and through other training. Mindfulness is derived from sati, a significant element of Buddhist traditions, and based on Zen, Vipassanā, and Tibetan meditation techniques.
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Find a comfortable position laying on your back, knees slightly bent. Place one hand on your chest, and your other hand on your abdomen. Breathe for a few moments, allowing only your chest to rise and fall. The hand on your abdomen should remain as still as possible. This is the shallow breathing you’ve spent much of your waking life doing already. Breathe for a few moments, allowing only your abdomen to rise and fall. The hand on your chest should remain as still as possible. This is diaphragmatic breathing, sometimes also known as belly breathing. Your ab muscles …