I always find it particularly difficult to maintain a strong and focused practice during vacations and this time is no different. I have, at least, been managing a single sit a day and sometimes two but have not been able to keep hold of the same intensity of effort nor the thread of intention. And although Buddho is still a great basis for formal practice I feel like I may need to switch to metta of the cushion to help deal with the arising of aversion and irritation that seems to go hand in hands with the pure pursuit of sensual pleasure on family vacation. Feeling kind of like a ship adrift at sea so wish me luck and be well.
Posted by: Michael | 08/09/2015
Vacation Practice
Posted in Buddha, Buddhism, Daily Practice, Dhamma, Meditation Word, Metta, Parenting, Theravada | Tags: sense pleasure, vacation
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Cattāri Brahmavihārā 
Best luck and fare thee well, good friend. It is exceedingly difficult to maintain a practice when you’re not at home with your established space and routine. I’m wondering how I’m going to make it happen next weekend when my husband, kids and I will be spending two nights in a hotel at the beach! Just remember your good fortune in having come to the wisdom teachings, your even better fortune in taking those teachings to heart, and the greatest fortune of all–the knowledge that you are at choice as you journey through life. Your sangha is with you wherever your go!
By: Lorien on 08/10/2015
at 3:29 am