In deep meditation the flow of concentration is continuous like the flow of oil.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Meditation concentration should be steady and uninterrupted like flowing oil.
- In plain terms
- Keep your focus smooth and steady during meditation.
- What can you take from it?
- Consistency matters more than force.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you maintain focus?
- What stops your flow?
Another view
Some distraction is natural and not always harmful.
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