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"When one hears, sees, smells, or tastes something, even when a thought brushes the edge of consciousness, a sensation arises. A moment of silence, then a thought, accompanied by a tonality. These tonalities, broadly categorized as pleasant, unpleasant, or neutral, permeate our lives through our senses. They are ever-present, subtly influencing our existence. In the realm of meditation, there’s a deeper understanding of these tonalities. Recognizing neutrality, in particular, brings a peaceful acceptance. Through this understanding, tranquility can be found amidst the daily chorus of sensations."
Martine Batchelor has investigated mindfulness of feeling tones in great depth. A former nun & author of many books, including The Path of Compassion and Let Go: A Buddhist Guide to Breaking Free of Habits, she lives in France & has taught worldwide. She offers an on-line course on habits & feeling tones through Tricyle magazine.
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