琉璃心The Mindful Heart /Mindfulness Meditation

In this episode of "The Mindful Heart", we delve into the profound wisdom of the Diamond Sutra, exploring its teaching on “non-annihilation in the Dharma” (於法不說斷滅相). The sutra guides us to approach the impermanence of life with an ungrasping mind, recognizing the truth of dependent arising without attachment or aversion. This teaching reminds us that endings are not final—they are the seeds of new beginnings. By not clinging to forms, we can embrace the freedom and liberation that lies beyond them. In the latter part of the episode, I will guide you through a Body Scan mindfulness practice as part of stress reduction. This gentle exercise invites you to reconnect with the present moment by bringing awareness to each part of your body, from the top of your head to the tips of your toes. Through this practice, we aim to cultivate a sense of groundedness, release tension, and rediscover the harmony within ourselves. May this episode bring you a moment of peace and clarity amidst life’s busyness, inspiring a deeper connection to your inner wisdom. I look forward to journeying with you on this path of mindfulness and awakening. comment and support： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc ： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. Now The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 81 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together and take all of you to practice mindful yoga. Starting in November, the host of the mindful Heart will hold an art exhibition at the centennial campus of Tainan Girls’ Senior High School, inspired by the works of Dutch artist Jan Derk Diekema from Groningen. The opening event will feature a mindful ballet performance, and everyone is warmly invited to attend and show their support.  One of the paintings in this exhibition depicts the Cundi Bodhisattva statue at Zhu Xi Temple, the oldest Buddhist temple in Taiwan, built during the Ming Dynasty. We look forward to everyone appreciating it. This painting was exhibited in old palaces in Spain and Italy. We welcome friends who support podcast the mindful heart to come and admire the artwork. This Passage of the Diamond Sutra Emphasizes “Formlessness” and “Non-Attachment to Thoughts” in Practice: 1.Formlessness (Beyond Forms):The essence of enlightenment lies in transcending all forms and not relying on external appearances. Even the Buddha’s form, such as the Thirty-two Marks, is merely a worldly appearance and not the true foundation of enlightenment. 2.Non-Attachment to Thoughts (No Attachment to Thoughts):One must not only let go of attachment to forms but also release the notion of “non-attachment to forms.” Otherwise, becoming attached to the concept of formlessness is still a form of attachment.Practical Insights for Spiritual Practice:Transcending Forms and Concepts:In practice, we should avoid clinging to any form or concept. Whether it is meditation, chanting, or other practices, they should not become mental constraints. Letting Go of “Non-Attachment”:The wisdom of the Buddha lies in not even being attached to the ideas of formlessness and non-attachment. This leads to complete inner liberation. Conclusion: This episode reminds practitioners that the Buddha’s enlightenment does not arise from external forms, nor should we cling to the ideas of formlessness or non-attachment. True enlightenment is found in total inner freedom—freedom from forms, concepts, and even the notion of non-attachment itself. This is the path to achieving supreme enlightenment. Let’s conclude with a guided mindfulness meditation-Learning about your feelings May it bring peace and blessings to everyone. Support and Comments https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc ： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. Now The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 81 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together and take all of you to practice mindful yoga. From July to September, the host will have an exhibition of paintings titled "Blossoms” at Jianan mental health center.  One of the paintings in this exhibition depicts the Cundi Bodhisattva statue at Zhu Xi Temple, the oldest Buddhist temple in Taiwan, built during the Ming Dynasty. We look forward to everyone appreciating it. This painting was exhibited in old palaces in Spain and Italy. We welcome friends who support podcast the mindful heart to come and admire the artwork. As the saying goes, "Understanding one principle leads to understanding all principles; understanding one law leads to understanding all laws." The law itself has no form and requires someone to bring together conditions and circumstances to manifest various phenomena. Therefore, this art exhibition uses forms to convey the teachings of the Dharma. We hope that everyone can observe, think, and experience mindfully in their daily lives. When encountering various situations, use your heart to untangle the knots within. By doing so, you can enlighten yourself and also help others, realizing the Buddha-nature inherent in everyone. Calm your mind and explore life deeply. Comments and Support https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. Now The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 79 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together and take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation- loving kindness meditation. From July to September, the host will have an exhibition of paintings titled "Sentient Life" at Jianan psychiatric center.  One of the paintings in this exhibition depicts the Cundi Bodhisattva statue at Zhu Xi Temple, the oldest Buddhist temple in Taiwan, built during the Ming Dynasty. We look forward to everyone appreciating it. This painting will also be exhibited in old palaces in Spain and Italy. We welcome friends who support podcast the mindful heart to come and admire the artwork. As the saying goes, "Understanding one principle leads to understanding all principles; understanding one law leads to understanding all laws." The law itself has no form and requires someone to bring together conditions and circumstances to manifest various phenomena. Therefore, this art exhibition uses forms to convey the teachings of the Dharma. We hope that everyone can observe, think, and experience mindfully in their daily lives. When encountering various situations, use your heart to untangle the knots within. By doing so, you can enlighten yourself and also help others, realizing the Buddha-nature inherent in everyone. Calm your mind and explore life deeply. In summary, through Mindfulness by practicing inner awareness, compassion and tolerance, letting go of attachments, and cultivating wisdom, you can maintain a calm and peaceful mindset each moment. Support and Comments: https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. Now The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 79 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together and take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation- mindful inquiry. In Buddhism, giving is considered a way to accumulate merit, but this passage discusses the concept of "no-self" and the nature of liberating sentient beings. Here's a brief explanation: 1. No-Self Concept:The Buddha (Tathagata) clarifies that he does not hold the notion of liberating sentient beings as a separate self. If he did, it would imply the existence of a self and others, which contradicts the teaching of "no-self" (anatta). 2. Illusory Nature of Self: The Buddha emphasizes that the concept of a self is an illusion. Though people talk about a self, it is not real. Ordinary people (those not yet enlightened) mistakenly believe in the reality of a self. 3. Redefining Ordinary People: The Buddha redefines ordinary people by saying that although they are called ordinary, they are not truly ordinary in the ultimate sense. This redefinition highlights the illusory nature of distinctions and identities. This passage underscores the importance of understanding the concept of "no-self" and the illusory nature of distinctions in the path to enlightenment. By deeply studying the teachings of Buddhism regarding wisdom, you can develop insight and clear thinking, better understanding the nature of war and methods of problem-solving. This helps reduce fear and anxiety. In summary, through Mindfulness by practicing inner awareness, compassion and tolerance, letting go of attachments, and cultivating wisdom, you can maintain a calm and peaceful mindset during wartime. Support and Comments https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. Now The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 77 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together and take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation- waking meditation  In Buddhism, giving is considered a way to accumulate merit, but this passage indicates that the transmission and practice of profound Dharma wisdom, particularly the "perfection of wisdom" or "Prajñāpāramitā," is of far greater value.The "Diamond Sutra" discusses the "Perfection of Wisdom," which in Buddhism describes the wisdom that leads to complete liberation and enlightenment. It teaches followers to see through the nature of all phenomena, understanding that all dharmas are empty, meaning they lack inherent existence and are interdependently co-arisen. This profound realization helps followers transcend attachment to the material world, achieving spiritual freedom and liberation. This teaching encourages practitioners to look beyond the literal meaning of words and to understand the deeper truth that all phenomena, including teachings, are empty of inherent nature. This understanding leads to a liberation from attachment to concepts and the realization of ultimate reality, which is beyond dualities and descriptions. By deeply studying the teachings of Buddhism regarding wisdom, you can develop insight and clear thinking, better understanding the nature of war and methods of problem-solving. This helps reduce fear and anxiety. Support and Comments ： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc ： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. Now The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 77 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together and take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation- waking meditation  One should not view the Tathāgata from the perspective of a complete and majestic physical form. Why is that? Because the Tathāgata has said that the complete and majestic form is merely a manifestation of conditional and illusory phenomena. When conditions cease, it will cease as well. It is not a truly real and unchanging entity; it is merely named as the physical form. This Buddhist perspective is similar to Christianity, not fixating on statues. "What the Tathagata has declared as good law is not good law, which is called good law." This paradoxical statement encapsulates a profound teaching of Mahayana Buddhism, especially emphasizing the concept of skillful means (upaya) and the ultimate reality beyond conventional truth. The Tathagata (another name for the Buddha, meaning "one who has thus gone" or "one who has thus come") uses language and concepts to guide beings towards enlightenment, knowing that these concepts are themselves empty of inherent existence. The essence of this teaching is to highlight the limitations of conceptual thinking and the way we cling to words and definitions. By stating that what is declared as good law is not actually good law, the Buddha points to the transcendent nature of ultimate truth, which cannot be fully captured by words or concepts. Yet, he names it "good law" to utilize the skillful means necessary to communicate with beings who are not yet enlightened. This teaching encourages practitioners to look beyond the literal meaning of words and to understand the deeper truth that all phenomena, including teachings, are empty of inherent nature. This understanding leads to a liberation from attachment to concepts and the realization of ultimate reality, which is beyond dualities and descriptions. By deeply studying the teachings of Buddhism regarding wisdom, you can develop insight and clear thinking, better understanding the nature of war and methods of problem-solving. This helps reduce fear and anxiety. In summary, through Mindfulness by practicing inner awareness, compassion and tolerance, letting go of attachments, and cultivating wisdom, you can maintain a calm and peaceful mindset during wartime. Support and Comments: https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc ： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. Now The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 77 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together and take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation- waking meditation  One should not view the Tathāgata from the perspective of a complete and majestic physical form. Why is that? Because the Tathāgata has said that the complete and majestic form is merely a manifestation of conditional and illusory phenomena. When conditions cease, it will cease as well. It is not a truly real and unchanging entity; it is merely named as the physical form. This Buddhist perspective is similar to Christianity, not fixating on statues. In fact, Bodhi is a path, a path that leads to enlightenment. Its full meaning should be viewed as such. Usually, it is translated as "supreme perfect enlightenment," but in fact, it should be said that the path to supreme perfect enlightenment is a straightforward, impartial one that can lead to a state equal to—here, discussing enlightenment involves completeness and incompleteness, so there are levels within it; this path can lead to the realm of enlightenment. If you can attain complete purity through cultivation, you will become a Buddha, without a trace of karma. Buddhism teaches us to cultivate compassion and tolerance, even during wartime, to have sympathy and love for all beings. By praying for others and wishing for all sentient beings to be free from suffering, you can experience inner peace and tranquility. By deeply studying the teachings of Buddhism regarding wisdom, you can develop insight and clear thinking, better understanding the nature of war and methods of problem-solving. This helps reduce fear and anxiety. In summary, through Mindfulness by practicing inner awareness, compassion and tolerance, letting go of attachments, and cultivating wisdom, you can maintain a calm and peaceful mindset during wartime. Comment and Support: https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc ： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 76 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together and take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation- walking meditation  One should not view the Tathāgata from the perspective of a complete and majestic physical form. Why is that? Because the Tathāgata has said that the complete and majestic form is merely a manifestation of conditional and illusory phenomena. When conditions cease, it will cease as well. It is not a truly real and unchanging entity; it is merely named as the physical form. This Buddhist perspective is similar to Christianity, not fixating on statues. Buddhism teaches us to cultivate compassion and tolerance, even during wartime, to have sympathy and love for all beings. By praying for others and wishing for all sentient beings to be free from suffering, you can experience inner peace and tranquility. By deeply studying the teachings of Buddhism regarding wisdom, you can develop insight and clear thinking, better understanding the nature of war and methods of problem-solving. This helps reduce fear and anxiety. In summary, through Mindfulness by practicing inner awareness, compassion and tolerance, letting go of attachments, and cultivating wisdom, you can maintain a calm and peaceful mindset during wartime.  Support and Comment :https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc ： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 76 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together and take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation. Buddhism teaches us to cultivate compassion and tolerance, even during wartime, to have sympathy and love for all beings. By praying for others and wishing for all sentient beings to be free from suffering, you can experience inner peace and tranquility. Buddhism teaches us to release attachments and obsessions to the material world, accepting that everything is impermanent and subject to change. During wartime, realizing that everything is temporary can help you not be troubled by external circumstances, thus maintaining inner peace. By deeply studying the teachings of Buddhism regarding wisdom, you can develop insight and clear thinking, better understanding the nature of war and methods of problem-solving. This helps reduce fear and anxiety. In summary, through Mindfulness by practicing inner awareness, compassion and tolerance, letting go of attachments, and cultivating wisdom, you can maintain a calm and peaceful mindset during wartime. Support ： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc Comment： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 75 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together and take all of you to practice mindfulness meditation- a personal inquiry If there is a sense of blessedness in the mind, feeling blessed oneself, then there arises the concept of 'self', making it easy for greed and arrogance to arise. Therefore, the Tathāgata does not speak of much blessedness. If there is no sense of 'self', no sense of blessedness, and no sense of 'self' acquiring blessedness, then the Tathāgata speaks of much blessedness. Because true blessedness is the supreme bodhi path, not the worldly blessedness of conditioned phenomena.   Support： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc Comments ： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 75 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together. In this episode, we express concern about the the situation in Ukraine and practice mindfulness to reduce stress. Support and Comments: https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 75 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together. In this episode, we express concern about the the situation in Ukraine and practice mindfulness to Calm Agitation. mindfulness,mindfulness meditation, chronic pain, anxiety,depression, insomnia,fear,琉璃心,瑠璃心,podcast,the mindful heart,the Diamond Sutra,mindful walking,Zinn,meditation,sitting meditation,body scan,mental health issues, jon kabat zinn, pain management,Calm,Agitation,Ukraine,The European Union,Hungary, Russia,正念 Support ： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc Comment： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 75 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together. In this episode, we express concern about the the situation in the Gaza Strip and practice mindfulness pain management. mindfulness,mindfulness meditation, chronic pain, anxiety,depression, insomnia,fear,琉璃心,瑠璃心,podcast,the mindful heart,the Diamond Sutra,mindful walking,Zinn,meditation,sitting meditation,body scan,mental health issues, jon kabat zinn, pain management,Gaza strip Support ： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc Comments： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 75 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together. In this episode, we express concern about the empathy attitude and practice mindfulness meditation. mindfulness,mindfulness meditation, chronic pain, anxiety,depression, insomnia,fear,琉璃心,瑠璃心,podcast,the mindful heart,the Diamond Sutra,mindful walking,Zinn,meditation,sitting meditation,body scan,mental health issues, jon kabat zinn,loving kindness,empathy  comments and support: https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. The Mindful Heart is listened to in a total of 75 countries, where we read the Diamond Sutra together. In this episode, we express concern about the earthquake in Japan, send prayers, and engage in mindful walking. Support： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc Comment： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. In this episode, we read the Diamond Sutra, and  realize that even bodhisattvas could perceive the world with their naked eyes. Finally guide everyone through a body scan to relax and alleviate chronic pain. mindfulness,mindfulness meditation, chronic pain, anxiety,depression, insomnia,fear,琉璃心,瑠璃心,podcast,the mindful heart,the Diamond Sutra,body scan,Zinn,meditation,sitting meditation,body scan,mental health issues, jon kabat zinn Comment and Support https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. In this episode, we focus on the meeting between Biden and Xi Jinping in the United States. We also pray for Israel and Palestine, hoping for an end to the conflict. Many residents in Palestine are currently facing psychological and physical health issues. We discuss the importance of the Diamond Sutra, emphasizing that true joy comes from a life not attached to appearances and external desires. Finally, we guide everyone through a body scan to relax and alleviate stress and anxiety. mindfulness,mindfulness meditation,loving kindness meditation,anxiety,depression, insomnia,fear,琉璃心,瑠璃心,podcast,the mindful heart,the Diamond Sutra,body scan,Zinn,meditation,sitting meditation,Shakyamuni,Buddha, reconciliation meditation, Israel,Palestine, Israel-Hamas war,Hamas,body scan,mental health issues,Joe Biden, Xi Jinping Support and Comment： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc ： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. In this episode, we pray for Israel and Palestine, hoping for a swift reconciliation and an end to the conflict. Also, I will introduce the Diamond Sutra. The mindfulness practice - reconciliation meditation at the end of the program is a valuable activity that assists us in seeking inner peace and wisdom. Support and Comments https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc ： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Welcome to podcast-The mindful Heart. This is Xin (Zinn). Thank you for your support ! Remember, no matter what the year brings, you are loved and you are strong. Wishing you peace and happiness. This episode explores the experiences of Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh while he studied at Princeton University and introduced his works, which will help us gain a deeper understanding of his wisdom and teachings. Also, I will introduce the Diamond Sutra. The mindfulness practice - loving kindness meditation at the end of the program is a valuable activity that assists us in seeking inner peace and wisdom. mindfulness,mindfulness meditation,loving kindness meditation,anxiety,depression, insomnia,fear,琉璃心,瑠璃心,podcast,the mindful heart,the Diamond Sutra,body scan,Zinn,meditation,sitting meditation,Shakyamuni,Buddha,一行禪師, Thích Nhất Hạnh,Princeton University Supports and Comments https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc ： https://open.firstory.me/user/ckqwnj6abmfqu0976slcngntc/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting