Samatha Meditation: A 6-Week Introductory Course

Class 1: Introduction to Samatha Meditation and Lower-Dantian Breathing Practice

• An overview of Samatha meditation techniques and the foundational practice of lower-dantian breathing to build mental stability and focus.

Class 2: Immersing Yourself in Lower-Dantian Breathing

• A deeper dive into the lower-dantian breathing technique, focusing on breath awareness and its role in grounding the mind.

Class 3: Developing a Profound Level of Lower-Dantian Breathing: The Longer the Breath, the Better

• Cultivating a more refined practice of lower-dantian breathing by extending breath duration, enhancing mental clarity and focus.

Class 4: Practicing with Deep Focus: Let the Thoughts Come and Go on Their Own

• Techniques for maintaining concentration by observing thoughts without attachment, allowing the mind to remain undisturbed.

Class 5: Engaging in Deep, Sustained Practice: Sink the Breath into the Lower-Dantian, Quiet the Mind

• Aiming for deeper immersion in the practice, focusing on sinking the breath into the lower-dantian to quiet the mind and develop sustained concentration.

Class 6: Cultivating Mastery through In-Depth Practice

• The final class emphasizes the mastery of Samatha meditation, refining the breathing technique and mental focus for profound peace and clarity.