Thoughts During Meditation

A woman asks whether thoughts arising during meditation indicate an unquiet mind or awareness’s play. Rupert explains these thoughts stem from residual mind habits, distracting from the potential boredom encountered before reaching true being. He identifies two common escapes – falling asleep or following thoughts – but encourages sinking through this boredom to the peace beneath. While thoughts may still arise after finding this peace, one no longer follows them, having discovered the direct peace previously sought through thinking. Thoughts eventually quiet when no longer fueled by attention, though this is a side effect rather than a prerequisite for accessing being.

From event 21 March - 28 April, 2025 Seven-Day Retreat at Garrison Institute, 21–28 March 2025

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