One to One - A journey in Right Understanding and Meditation
A note: My aim here is not lengthy philosophical debate — but rather, what can genuinely help us free ourselves from suffering. The understanding and practice shared here should enable you, as you put it into practice, to assess and decide for yourself — and directly gauge the degree of freedom of your own mind.
Some people prefer a personal, one to one setting — whether because of scheduling or personal preference. This program is designed for those individuals. That said, due to time constraints, unless there is a strong personal reason, I recommend the group sessions — they offer the same guidance within a shared journey.
The Sessions
Right understanding is at the core of freeing ourselves from suffering. In this session we look into the nature of ourselves and the world — and try to understand it properly. The emphasis is on two things: your own direct experience, and the teachings of those who were enlightened, used as a guide whenever needed.
Seeing suffering directly — what it is, how it manifests, and how it operates in your own body and mind. Not as a concept, but as a living reality you can observe for yourself.
Understanding and investigating the cause of suffering. Why do we suffer? We look at this directly — observing and investigating within our own body and mind.
The foundation of practice. Restraint of body, speech, and mind. An ethical life supports a peaceful mind — and a peaceful mind enables us to investigate properly and grow in wisdom.
What meditation truly is. The four foundations of mindfulness. Practical instruction in mindfulness of breathing and the body — the beginning of direct observation.
Working with meditation objects in order to develop wisdom directly — not wisdom borrowed from others. First-hand experience is what matters here. Freedom comes through seeing and understanding for yourself.
Bringing the right understanding and practice together. We reflect on what has been seen and experienced across these seven sessions. And we look at how to continue — how to make this a living, daily practice that deepens over time and becomes a tool and doorway to our freedom.
Full Attendance — All sessions must be attended. Missing a session means you cannot continue, as each builds on the previous one. Missing without prior notice carries a $70 fee. You are welcome to join the next program.
Be Present — Show up mentally, not just physically. Ponder the material. Test it for yourself.
Punctuality — Join on time. Late arrivals affect everyone.
Quiet Environment — Find a distraction-free space. Turn off notifications before each session.
Confidentiality — What participants share personally stays within the group.
Daily Practice — Practice daily between sessions — even briefly. Understanding without practice produces no results.
Take It Seriously — This is not another online course. The goal is the end of suffering — your effort should match that.
Personal Responsibility — This program is for individual growth and development. It is not medical or mental health advice. By joining you take full responsibility for your own wellbeing, and the guide is not liable for any outcomes.
If you are interested, schedule a short 15 minute Zoom call with me to see if this is a good fit for you.
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