A formal meditation session is composed of three parts- intention, main practice, and dedication.
Our intention is the why of the practice. Why are we sitting? What is our aspiration?
The main practice is applying ourselves to the meditation instructions.
The dedication is sharing the merit and benefits of the practice with others.
It is good to have a formal meditation session each day. Generally the morning or evening work best, but whatever fits your schedule is fine.
There is another type of practice that you will find yourself engaging in throughout the day. That is the sudden or flash meditation. These are the moments in your day when suddenly, awareness lights up and you recognize the meditative awareness. You mind is instantly calm, clear and at ease. Your attention is focused, yet expansive.
You might encounter these moments in conversation, during commutes, walking, or simply drinking a glass of water.
These moments of clarity and insight are important to your practice. Try to give rise to them throughout your day. Can the next meeting you have be one in which you enter with an open, calm and clear mind?
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