Training the mind, is not forcing the mind, but understanding and working with your mind. One problem is that we think we own our meditation, but if we can look at ourselves as guests − then there is less to do, and we can relax. And as we meditate deeper and deeper, it is like the mind opens up like a lotus flower - layer by layer. First into the present moment, then into silence, then into breathing, then into joy and delight. Even deeper in, we get to stages of lights and brightness, before entering those powerful stages of jhana. And interestingly enough, these jhana stages has probably been attained by spiritual seekers from other traditions as well. This teaching was given in Oslo 2022:https://dnbf.org/en/2022/11/ajahn-brahm-weekend-retreat/ - - - Please, feel free to recommend this podcast to your friends! FeedbackIf you have feedback or questions about this podcast, send an email to: [email protected] DonationThe non-profit society DNBF together with the instructor has produced and distributed this podcast for free and without advertising, but we are dependent on financial support through one-time donations or monthly patron donations for our operation and development: DNBF Donation - https://dnbf.org/en/donation/DNBF Patron - https://dnbf.org/en/patron/ NewsletterSubscribe to our newsletter to receive information about our activities:https://dnbf.org/en/newsletter/ MembershipYou are welcome as a member, and we have a lot to offer in terms of activities:https://dnbf.org/en/membership/ ProblemsIf you have a problem with this podcast, send an email to: [email protected]