85 Releasing the "Shoulds" and Relaxing

Spring 2011 Shamatha Retreat by Lizzy Hoke

May 30, 20114:02Religion & Spirituality

This morning, Alan reminds us to continue to "downshift" and loosen up if we find we are unsatisfied with the quality of our meditation. This brief introduction is followed by an unguided meditation, which is not include...

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