We discussed the final stage of the sitting meditation.

We have identified before, that the mind is the aspect of self for which there is the least empirical evidence. Whilst it is hosted in the brain, which you might argue is part of the body, the mind is much more than just a bunch of neurons. It must involve the connections between neurons that are ever changing in number and form, also the ‘electrical’ impulses between neurons and the chemical composition of the neurons and their environment.

Our framework identifies three elements of mind. Our perceptions, our thoughts and consciousness. Trying to bring our awareness to mind might be done in this order. By this I mean we can be aware of a perception without too much trouble. Awareness of the narrative of thought can be tricky in that it is easy to get caught up in the thinking and by doing so lose awareness.

If you manage it for only a few seconds, one in-breath, you have done well and for this reason you can be ‘happy’ or satisfied in the second part of this step. Try again to gain awareness of your mind.