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Stay grounded in the present moment to avoid suffering from "summary" of Mindfulness in Plain English by Henepola Gunaratana

One of the key principles of mindfulness is the idea of staying fully present in the moment. This means being acutely aware of what is happening right now, without getting caught up in thoughts of the past or worries about the future. By staying grounded in the present moment, we can avoid unnecessary suffering that often stems from our own minds. When we dwell on the past, we are reliving moments that have already happened and cannot be changed. This can lead to feelings of regret, guilt, or sadness. Similarly, when we worry about the future, we are creating scenarios that may never come to pass, causing anxiety and stress. By focusing on the present moment, we can let go of these harmful patterns of thinking and find peace and contentment in the here and now. The practice of...
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    Mindfulness in Plain English

    Henepola Gunaratana

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