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The Zen Art Center :verified:<p>Through consistent sitting and moving meditation, you can begin to clear your mind and experience pure awareness—free from attachment to thoughts, memories, space, or time. <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Meditation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Meditation</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Zen" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Zen</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Harmony" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Harmony</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Mindfulness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Mindfulness</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/OneMind" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>OneMind</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/PureAwareness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>PureAwareness</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Consciousness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Consciousness</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/DailyPractice" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>DailyPractice</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/InnerPeace" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>InnerPeace</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/SpiritualAwakening" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SpiritualAwakening</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Dharma" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Dharma</span></a> <a href="https://youtube.com/shorts/Ev8C40NjgMQ" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="">youtube.com/shorts/Ev8C40NjgMQ</span><span class="invisible"></span></a></p>
The Zen Art Center :verified:<p>Meditation isn’t limited to sitting still. True meditation is the practice of focusing your mind fully on the present moment—whether you're seated in silence or moving through your daily life. <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Zen" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Zen</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Meditation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Meditation</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Mindfulness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Mindfulness</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/DailyPractice" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>DailyPractice</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/PureAwareness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>PureAwareness</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Spirituality" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Spirituality</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Consciousness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Consciousness</span></a> <a href="https://youtube.com/shorts/0DjOoYL8Cz0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="">youtube.com/shorts/0DjOoYL8Cz0</span><span class="invisible"></span></a></p>
The Zen Art Center :verified:<p>Complete awareness begins with complete concentration. But in a world filled with distractions, how do we stay present? <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Zen" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Zen</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Meditation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Meditation</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Mindfulness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Mindfulness</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/PureAwareness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>PureAwareness</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/PresentMoment" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>PresentMoment</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Stillness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Stillness</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Spirituality" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Spirituality</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Nonduality" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Nonduality</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/DharmaTalk" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>DharmaTalk</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Consciousness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Consciousness</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Focus" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Focus</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/InnerPeace" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>InnerPeace</span></a> <a href="https://youtube.com/shorts/71_BXTZWLRU" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="">youtube.com/shorts/71_BXTZWLRU</span><span class="invisible"></span></a></p>
The Zen Art Center :verified:<p>What is reality made of? How do your thoughts shape your experience? Learn how to cultivate pure awareness through sitting and moving meditation, and discover how to bring harmony into your life. <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/zen" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>zen</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/zenmaster" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>zenmaster</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/dharma" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>dharma</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/meditation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>meditation</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/buddhism" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>buddhism</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/mind" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>mind</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/spirituality" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>spirituality</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Koan" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Koan</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Mindfulness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Mindfulness</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Meditation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Meditation</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/PureAwareness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>PureAwareness</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/SelfInquiry" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SelfInquiry</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/philosophy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>philosophy</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/philosophyofmind" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>philosophyofmind</span></a> <a href="https://youtu.be/DfEMu_7jjNY" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="">youtu.be/DfEMu_7jjNY</span><span class="invisible"></span></a></p>
The Zen Art Center :verified:<p>A guide through the mind to the essence of consciousness and the foundation of your being. In this video, you will be led beyond concepts and words to a direct experience of boundless awareness. <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/zen" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>zen</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/zenmaster" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>zenmaster</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/dharma" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>dharma</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/meditation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>meditation</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/buddhism" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>buddhism</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/mind" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>mind</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/spirituality" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>spirituality</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Koan" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Koan</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Mindfulness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Mindfulness</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/PureAwareness" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>PureAwareness</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/SelfInquiry" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SelfInquiry</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/philosophy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>philosophy</span></a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/philosophyofmind" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>philosophyofmind</span></a> <a href="https://youtube.com/shorts/X4Ut-oc9dDI" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="">youtube.com/shorts/X4Ut-oc9dDI</span><span class="invisible"></span></a></p>
Inspirations of Love and Hope<p><strong>This is the beginning of our glossary</strong></p><p>Pure Awareness (Atman): The true essence of the self, often referred to as Atman in Advaita Vedanta. It is the unchanging witness of all experiences, untouched by the fluctuations of the mind. In nondual teachings, pure awareness is recognized as the core of our being, the aspect of ourselves that is ever-present and eternal.</p><p>Pure Consciousness (Brahman): The ultimate, infinite reality that underlies everything, often referred to as Brahman in Advaita Vedanta. Pure consciousness is the vast, all-encompassing reality that transcends all dualities. Pure consciousness is the source and essence of all that exists. Realizing this truth is the goal of many spiritual paths, leading to liberation and peace.</p><p>Ego: The aspect of the self that provides a sense of individuality and self-preservation, shaping our identities and interactions with the world. While the ego is a necessary part of human experience, overly identifying with it can limit our awareness and lead to suffering. The balance of the ego with pure awareness (Atman) leads to a more peaceful and fulfilled life.</p><p>Mind: The collection of thoughts, emotions, perceptions, and memories that constitute our mental experience. The mind is active and constantly changing. In spiritual teachings, the mind is often seen as external to pure awareness. It is the activity that arises within consciousness but does not define the true self.</p><p>Nonduality: A spiritual perspective that emphasizes the oneness of all existence, transcending the dualistic view of separation between self and other, mind and body, or individual and universal. Nonduality teaches that pure awareness (Atman) and pure consciousness (Brahman) are not separate but one and the same, leading to the realization of the interconnectedness of all things.</p><p>Lila (The Play of Life): A concept in Hindu philosophy that describes life as a divine play or sport, where all experiences, including challenges and suffering, are seen as part of the cosmic dance. Recognizing life as Lila helps to cultivate acceptance and reduces resistance to life’s challenges, leading to a more graceful navigation through difficulties.</p><p>Maya (Illusion): The illusion or appearance of the material world, which veils the true nature of reality. Maya creates the perception of separation and individuality. In Advaita Vedanta, overcoming the illusion of Maya is essential to realizing the oneness of Atman and Brahman, and seeing the world as it truly is.</p><p>Heart Sutra: A key text in Mahayana Buddhism that emphasizes the emptiness of all phenomena and the transcendent nature of reality. The Heart Sutra teaches that by going “beyond, beyond, beyond,” one transcends all dualistic notions and realizes the ultimate truth.</p><p>Individuation: A concept from Carl Jung’s psychology, referring to the process of integrating the various parts of the self into a harmonious whole. Individuation resonates with the idea of balancing the ego with pure awareness, leading to a more complete and authentic experience of self.</p><p>Unconscious: The vast, all-encompassing reservoir of the mind that includes all mental processes, memories, instincts, and potentialities that lie outside of our conscious awareness. The unconscious contains both positive and negative aspects, known and unknown, including latent talents, creativity, and profound wisdom.</p><p>Shadow: A specific part of the unconscious, primarily consisting of the aspects of ourselves that we have repressed or rejected—traits, emotions, and impulses that we find uncomfortable or unacceptable. The shadow can also include disowned positive qualities. It represents the darker, hidden aspects of the unconscious but is not limited to negative content.</p><p><a href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/2024/08/11/glossary-of-terms/" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/2024/08/11/glossary-of-terms/</a></p><p><a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/advaita-vedanta/" target="_blank">#AdvaitaVedanta</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/atman/" target="_blank">#Atman</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/brahman/" target="_blank">#Brahman</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/carl-jung/" target="_blank">#CarlJung</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/consciousness/" target="_blank">#consciousness</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/ego-and-self/" target="_blank">#egoAndSelf</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/glossary-of-spiritual-terms/" target="_blank">#glossaryOfSpiritualTerms</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/heart-sutra/" target="_blank">#heartSutra</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/holistic-self/" target="_blank">#holisticSelf</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/individuation/" target="_blank">#individuation</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/lila/" target="_blank">#Lila</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/maya/" target="_blank">#Maya</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/meditation/" target="_blank">#meditation</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/meditation-terms/" target="_blank">#meditationTerms</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/mind-and-consciousness/" target="_blank">#mindAndConsciousness</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/mindfulness/" target="_blank">#Mindfulness</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/nonduality/" target="_blank">#nonduality</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/pure-awareness/" target="_blank">#pureAwareness</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/pure-consciousness/" target="_blank">#pureConsciousness</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/self-realization/" target="_blank">#SelfRealization</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/spiritual-glossary/" target="_blank">#spiritualGlossary</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/spiritual-growth/" target="_blank">#spiritualGrowth</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/spiritual-teachings/" target="_blank">#SpiritualTeachings</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/spirituality/" target="_blank">#spirituality</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/tag/yoga/" target="_blank">#yoga</a></p>