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Develop concentration through meditation from "summary" of Mindfulness in Plain English by Henepola Gunaratana
To develop concentration through meditation, you need to understand the mechanics of the mind. The mind is like a monkey, jumping from one branch to another, never still. It is constantly bombarded with thoughts, feelings, and sensations, pulling your attention in all directions. Through meditation, you can train the mind to focus on a single object, such as the breath. By bringing your attention back to the breath whenever it wanders, you strengthen your concentration. This process requires patience and persistence, as the mind will resist this training at first. As you continue to practice meditation, you will notice that your concentration improves. You will be able to sustain your attention on the breath for longer periods without getting distracted. This h...
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