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Expert: Bodhicitta - 5/6/2008


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I would like to learn how to meditate. Where should I start?

Answer
Hi Jason
You need to find a qualified teacher, to teach you.You can
not learn from a book.

Out of interest where do you live?

Best thing is to have a look around at Buddhist groups
in your area. I always say to people that you should do
your research, find out what is on offer. Really check them
out. Maybe visit their groups, talk to their students.
Make a short list of maybe five promising groups. Then
try each for 3 months at a time, until something clicks.

Remember meditation is something that you can use for your
whole life. So spend a lot of time picking something that
is genuine and suits you.
Bodhicitta

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JUST TO AVOID ANY CONFUSION: I ONLY ANSWER QUESTIONS RELATING TO PEOPLE'S PERSONAL PRACTICE OF BUDDHISM AND MEDITATION. I DO NOT ANSWER ACADEMIC QUESTIONS OR HOMEWORK QUESTIONS. THERE ARE MANY OTHER RESOURCES FOR THESE THINGS. HOPEFULLY YOU STILL HAVE AN INTERESTING QUESTION OR PERSPECTIVE TO SHARE. I LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR QUESTION...

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25 years of studying, practise and training.
I have taught and practised Buddhism, and Meditation for many years. I am always happy to give a helping hand to other seekers of truth.

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I am a life long Buddhist. I have followed a number of schools of Buddhism including Zen, Tibetan Buddhist and Theravada. I also have a post-graduate degree in Buddhism and am a Psychologist. I have taught and practised Buddhism, and Meditation for many years. I am always happy to give a helping hand to other seekers of truth.

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