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A Shamatha Meditation Based on Symbolism, Visualization, Mnemonics and Classical Conditioning

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A Shamatha Meditation Based on Symbolism, Visualization, Mnemonics and Classical Conditioning. 

This 3-level meditation method is based on pure psychology and a completely rational method to develop focus, objectivity, discipline, inner purification, a desire for liberation, inner stillness, understanding ‘destructive normality’, and a preparedness to walk on the path of spirituality. You can read the disclaimers given at the top to understand the objective of the meditation: 

https://nellaishanmugam.wordpress.com/a-shamatha-meditation-based-on-symbolism-visualization-mnemonics-and-classical-conditioning/

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2 hours ago, Shanmugam said:

A Shamatha Meditation Based on Symbolism, Visualization, Mnemonics and Classical Conditioning.

 

Then it's not shamatha.

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1 hour ago, Wells said:

 

Then it's not shamatha.

I have just added two stages before the actual shamatha... Shamatha is not altered in any form. The two stages before that are to develop concentration to be prepared for Shamatha.

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Perhaps edit the title to make sure people know that this is not specifically about the Buddhist label but about meditation in general.

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