“Training attention through meditation opens our eyes.”

“Meditation is essentially training our attention so that we can be more aware— not only of our own inner workings but also of what’s happening around us in the here & now.”

“All forms of meditation strengthen & direct our attention through the cultivation of three key skills: concentration, mindfulness & compassion or lovingkindness.”

“Meditation may be done in silence & stillness, by using voice & sound, or by engaging the body in movement. All forms emphasize the training of attention.”

“Mindfulness, also called wise attention, helps us see what we’re adding to our experiences, not only during meditation sessions but also elsewhere.”

“By practicing meditation we establish love, compassion, sympathetic joy & equanimity as our home.”

“As we practice meditation, we get used to stillness and eventually are able to makefriends with the quietness of our sensations.”