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We are a mindfulness meditation community dedicated to the exploration of mind and material, science and spirituality. We welcome newcomers to the practice of mindfulness!

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Hello my name is Saul and I have been practicing mindfulness meditation since 2005. I am a Brown University Level One Qualified MBSR teacher. I am interested in learning how to use science (knowledge) to help people.

    What does mindfulness involve?

    The practice of sustained awareness may involve many skills. Here are a few:

    1. Sustained attention. This can be difficult in a busy world, with a busy mind (like mine).
    2. Unified practice. This means that we immerse ourselves in the practice as fully as possible, involving heart, mind and body; urge, action and effort.
    3. Relaxed engagement. Awareness is rarely better when we are contracted or grasping onto outcomes.
    4. Heartfelt involvement. Awareness is both supported by and predictive of increases in compassion and empathy.
    5. Insightful realization. Practice is often followed by surprising new perspectives on the world. Like a child seeing a sunrise for the first time.
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