On October 23, 2016, Sigung taught the "Zen Mind" course in NYC which was hosted by my Sifu, Sifu Eugene Siterman.
In the morning, Sigung taught how to attain a one-pointed mind by performing Lifting the Sky. The technique, which was to only focus on the physical movement of Lifting the Sky, was bafflingly simple and effective to calm the mind.
In the afternoon, Sigung taught everyone how to attain no-mind through sitting meditation on a chair. Again, the technique was incredibly simple: clear the mind of all thoughts. Something clicked for me as Sigung transmitted the skill of no-mind during the 10-minute meditation sessions.
10-minutes flew by. It felt like a minute or less had only passed. My mind attained a clarity and stillness I have never experienced before. I felt as if a burden was lifted off of me and I found simple joy in just being alive. The room also grew very bright.
After the meditation sessions, Sigung asked us to clear our mind for problem-solving. I was able to solve come up with solutions to solve my problems in 5 minutes or less during my heightened state of mind. It was great to read about the techniques but amazing to actually experience the effects.
As I left the course that Sunday, my whole being felt so light and joyful. It's incredible how clearing our thoughts can take away our daily burdens.
Thank you Sigung for the invaluable transmission of skills and lessons.
Best wishes,
Stephen
In the morning, Sigung taught how to attain a one-pointed mind by performing Lifting the Sky. The technique, which was to only focus on the physical movement of Lifting the Sky, was bafflingly simple and effective to calm the mind.
In the afternoon, Sigung taught everyone how to attain no-mind through sitting meditation on a chair. Again, the technique was incredibly simple: clear the mind of all thoughts. Something clicked for me as Sigung transmitted the skill of no-mind during the 10-minute meditation sessions.
10-minutes flew by. It felt like a minute or less had only passed. My mind attained a clarity and stillness I have never experienced before. I felt as if a burden was lifted off of me and I found simple joy in just being alive. The room also grew very bright.
After the meditation sessions, Sigung asked us to clear our mind for problem-solving. I was able to solve come up with solutions to solve my problems in 5 minutes or less during my heightened state of mind. It was great to read about the techniques but amazing to actually experience the effects.
As I left the course that Sunday, my whole being felt so light and joyful. It's incredible how clearing our thoughts can take away our daily burdens.
Thank you Sigung for the invaluable transmission of skills and lessons.
Best wishes,
Stephen
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