How to do Walking Meditation

Many of us think of meditation as something done in a seated position on the floor or in a chair. However, in many meditative traditions, walking meditation has a central role in the overall practice as well. In this video, Mingyur Rinpoche discusses why walking meditation is beneficial but also why it can be challenging. He also shares how he himself used it during his time in retreat.

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• What is your experience with walking meditation? Do you find it easier to bridge the gap between formal meditation and meditation in daily life?

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