Trudy mitchell-gilkey: Skillful Means and Lessons Learned: Mindfulness as a Factor of the PathTrudy mitchell-gilkey: Skillful Means and Lessons Learned: Mindfulness as a Factor of the Path
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(Insight Meditation Community of Washington DC) So often the times when I make the most progress on the path is when I work with the most suitable skillful means for me (without judging or comparing); when I reflect on lessons learned (without looking aw
51:40•21 Apr 2015
Mindfulness on the Path: Skillful Means and Life Lessons with Trudy Mitchell-Gilkey
“When we commit ourselves to train the mind to obey the conscious will, what we're really doing is increasing, expanding the likelihood that when we encounter unpleasant feelings- sleepiness, backaches- which I've heard a lot about This Week- heartbreak, grief and loss- we'll grab for skillful means to help us stay connected to our experience, instead of grabbing for the usual poisons that numb us out: drugs, food, credit cards, sex, busyness.”
Trudy Mitchell-Gilkey, a seasoned meditation teacher from the Insight Meditation Community of Washington, brings her wisdom to the forefront in this episode. She dives into the essence of mindfulness, sharing how it plays a pivotal role on the path to personal growth. Trudy unpacks the concept of 'skillful means', emphasizing the importance of finding what works best for you without falling into the trap of self-judgment or comparison.
Reflecting on lessons learned, she encourages listeners to face their experiences head-on rather than turning away or seeking distractions in drugs, food, shopping, or constant busyness. Trudy's storytelling is both engaging and relatable. She talks about her journey with the lifetime eight precepts and introduces the idea of 'metagoggles'—a playful yet profound reminder to view life through a lens of kindness.
The episode also touches on how to navigate unpleasant feelings and uses the movie 'Groundhog Day' as a metaphor for our repetitive patterns. By sharing her own experiences, Trudy makes the practice of mindfulness accessible and practical for everyday life. Whether you're new to mindfulness or a seasoned practitioner, Trudy's insights offer valuable takeaways. She wraps up the episode with a heartwarming reminder: never leave home without your metagoggles and always choose kindness.
Tune in to gain fresh perspectives on integrating mindfulness into your daily routine.
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