| | what is good for everyday life? (& not trying to attain stream entry)
I just got off my 2nd goenka retreat. I understand the technique better now and in terms of relieving suffering, i'd say goenka style is good. I like the way it finds out where exactly are your 'tough hardened areas', like 1) the back of my head is hard to feel, and this area is the part that hardens when im in a panic or fear situation. or 2)my throat is hard to feel. This is the part that hardens when Im too eager to talk/dont listen/feel defensive/have a foul mouth. so, maybe working on those areas more would specifically deal with those life issues or 'sankharas'.
im going to put a quota on my formal on-cushion time, at least 40 minutes Am & Pm.
right now, thinking of continuing with anapana/body scanning/metta
any advice greatly appreciated, thanks! |