Mindfulness Meditation · Intention
This week’s meditation session is led by Sharon Salzberg and the theme is Intention. The guided meditation begins at 18:30.
Stupa; Tibet; 14th century; Copper alloy; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2003.12.2
Stupas are made to hold precious relics of the Buddha or other important religious leaders. Stupas can be found in all sizes throughout the Himalayas, marking important locations or boundaries.
Walking around stupas is a common Buddhist practice believed to bring great merit to an individual. It is tied to the concept of karma and is considered an investment toward the future that can bring about results in this life or the next. The circumambulation can be seen as a metaphor for the wise effort one puts toward intentions and goals, once again underscoring the necessity of action to accompany intention.
Sharon Salzberg is a meditation pioneer, world-renowned teacher, and New York Times bestselling author. She was among the first to bring mindfulness and lovingkindness meditation to mainstream American culture over 50 years ago, inspiring generations of meditation teachers and wellness influencers. Sharon is cofounder of the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, MA, and the author of 14 books, including the New York Times bestseller Real Happiness, now in its second edition, and her seminal work, Lovingkindness. Sharon’s podcast, The Metta Hour, has amassed eight million downloads and features interviews with thought leaders from the mindfulness movement and beyond.
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