Mindfulness is essential for developing insight from "summary" of The Experience of Insight by Joseph Goldstein
Mindfulness, the practice of paying attention in a particular way: on purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally, is the foundation upon which insight arises. Through mindfulness, we develop the ability to be aware of our thoughts, feelings, sensations, and experiences as they arise in the present moment. This awareness allows us to see things as they truly are, without the distortions of our conditioning or the stories we tell ourselves. By cultivating mindfulness, we create the space to observe our thoughts and emotions without getting caught up in them. This ability to witness our mental processes with clarity and equanimity is essential for developing insight into the nature of reality. Insight arises when we are able to see the impermanent, unsatisfactory, and impersonal nature of all phenomena. As we deepen our mindfulness practice, we begin to see the interconnectedness of all things and the transient nature of our own existence. This ...
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