What happens when the mind distracts during meditation or discourse?
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outcome
"When the mind wanders, greet it with patience and awareness; like a missed train, simply wait for the next moment without guilt or haste."
According to Osho, when the mind wanders during meditation or discourse, take it naturally—this ancient, deep-rooted mind won’t vanish in a day. Don’t feel guilty or look back; what’s missed is missed. Like a missed train, simply wait alertly for the next moment and don’t board the wrong one. Be patient and friendly with the mind, not hateful; return, again and again, with awareness.
If your mind drifts, don’t scold it; just gently come back, like catching the next train instead of crying about the last one.
Why this matters practically
- Stops guilt and frustration, keeping your practice steady.
- Trains simple, repeated returning—real mindfulness.
- Prevents harsh self-fighting; a friendly attitude makes awareness grow.
- Trains simple, repeated returning—real mindfulness.
- Prevents harsh self-fighting; a friendly attitude makes awareness grow.
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