10% Happier with Dan Harris Finally... The Joseph Goldstein Episode
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Sep 25, 2019 
Joseph Goldstein, a pioneering Vipassana teacher and co-founder of the Insight Meditation Society, shares his profound insights on mindfulness and meditation. He discusses the difference between attention and mindfulness, the nature of desire, and the transformative power of recognizing desires without attachment. Goldstein introduces the Tibetan phrase 'emaho' for enhancing wakefulness and reflects on integrating Buddhist teachings into modern mindfulness practices. He also explores ethical dimensions of mindfulness and the importance of balancing motivations in personal growth.
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Observing Desires
- Observe desires as they arise and pass in meditation, noticing the change in mental state.
- Pay attention to the relief or ease when a desire fades, strengthening mindfulness.
The "Not Wanting" Technique
- Use the phrase "not wanting" during meditation to become aware of subtle desires.
- This helps experience the peace of non-attachment, illuminating the practice's essence.
Experiencing Awareness
- Notice the shift from being lost in thought to awareness; this reveals awareness's nature.
- This happens frequently, offering repeated opportunities to experience wakefulness.
