Satipatthana Meditation Society of Canada

Mindfulness Insight Meditation - Buddhist Teachings

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Mindfulness Insight meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) and Buddhist teachings/Dhamma Talks as taught through the Theravada Buddhism tradition. Sayar Myat gives Dhamma talks on teachings of the Buddha as well as instructions on Pure Vipassana meditation as prescribed by the Venerable Mahasi Sayadaw. Visit the YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ5tPybGb9wm03HdeLIjARA Website : www.satipatthana.ca For Donations and Memberships visit: https://satipatthana.ca/donation/

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Episodes

31: Suitable Conversation 21.01.2022 1:03:08

Suitable conversation that helps to develop mindfulness and beneficial results in one's life and practice are discussed. This is especially important while on a meditation retreat or while doing intensive meditation practice. Episode 20 (Season 2) Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/YciSw0JV9RA?si=C27wOMb...

30: Suitable Accommodation and Suitable Alms 19.01.2022 59:30

This talk describes the most beneficial and suitable setting/accommodation for mindfulness practice. What are suitable alms to be given to a monk as well as a meditation practitioner are also discussed. Episode 19 (Season 2) Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/eL5KTvUTUTs?si=Cg9LUUokre09Ckkc YouTube Channel Li...

29: Mindfulness of Ungraceful Activities and Four Postures 17.01.2022 35:48

Sayar Myat describes how to develop mindfulness during ungraceful activities as well as the four different postures. Episode 18 (Season 2) Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/nhIbeYAORkU?si=F-3ehghjX8odvtw1 YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

28: Mindfulness of Dressing and Eating 15.01.2022 1:03:10

This talk describes the different common activities that one does daily and how one can develop mindfulness practice during these times. Episode 17 (Season 2) Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/8PRrmy184iY?si=fhVtI-3yZj-oAssF YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

27: What is Looking Forward, Sideways, Bending and Stretching 13.01.2022 46:14

Episode 16 (Season 2) Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/2J-I70r0wxg?si=IXKsdeqJOmA2iyIh YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

26: Walking Meditation: What is Stepping Forward and Stepping Backward? 11.01.2022 53:55

This talk is on the topic of how to practice walking meditation. This is another great form of developing mindfulness which will complement a formal sitting practice. A breakdown of all the steps to observe is included within the talk. Episode 15 (Season 2) Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/2J-I70r0wxg?si=IX...

25: Observing Daily Activities 09.01.2022 55:02

This talk is on how to develop mindfulness throughout your day when not in formal sitting posture. This practice can be done while walking, doings tasks/chores, eating, etc. Slowing down is a key factor to being able to observe. Episode 14 (Season 2) Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/lE2NWOFo3JM?si=GWdETRfK...

24: Observe Without Breaking Awareness 07.01.2022 55:45

The importance of observing/meditating without breaking awareness is discussed. The power of continued and unbroken awareness helps develop concentration. This is necessary to the development of Insight practice. Episode 13 (Season 2) Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/xeT0cc97a3A?si=7folcWOaBOYuGZPy YouTube...

23: Overcoming Unpleasant Feelings 03.01.2022 41:17

The observation of unpleasant feelings and painful sensations can be a challenging object to observe. Details are given describing various unpleasant feelings and how to observe them with mindfulness. Episode 11 (Season 2) Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link https://youtu.be/_RVMN3FYnYE?si=7ZcIEX90rucXu2m4 YouTube Channel Lin...

22: Feelings and Sensations 01.01.2022 54:52

The observation of feelings and sensations is another form to developing strong mindfulness. Details are given describing the various feelings and how to observe them with mindfulness. Episode 10 (Season 2) Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/gTtrtcCF2Ps?si=r4ZG3EABxYUW5y6y YouTube Channel Link Website : www.s...

21: Practicing with Great Care and Respect 30.12.2021 46:16

An important and essential foundational aspect of meditation practice. Episode 9 (Season 2) Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/4yjZC4SSNKs?si=4yjWDzrZTM2KxH1j YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

20: Inclining the Mind Towards Cessation 28.12.2021 52:52

A very important topic in Vipassana practice, on how to observe the cessation/ending of mental and physical phenomena. Episode 8 (Season 2) Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/wgYbR_jGvqY?si=NRfczTtddulTxo73 YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

19: Insight: Bridging Theory and Practice 16.10.2021 48:19

This talk is aimed towards bridging theoretical knowledge with Vipassana practice. Episode 7, (Season 2) Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link https://youtu.be/PVhUNgIPqYU?si=rat2oXTLwOUt39bY YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

18: Insight: Thirteen Stages of Vipassana Insight 15.10.2021 50:47

Sayar Myat speaks about the 13 stages of Vipassana Insight that can be attained through Mindfulness Insight meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana). Episode 6, (Season 2) Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/-rg5aZAUvlE?si=AQstpgdx-mYw9js- YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

17: Buddhism and Faith 15.10.2021 1:00:13

A talk on the definition of faith, from the Buddhist view. Episode 4, Season 2: Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/VRQ9VxWY6lY?si=JM5qsYH8Ug1BoGtC YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

16: Volition: Karma/Kamma 15.10.2021 36:32

Sayar Myat gives a talk on how volitional action is linked to karma/kamma. Episode 5, Season 2: Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

15: Defilements Due to Thought, Speech, and Deed 15.10.2021 52:09

Sayar Myat speaks on the topic of the defilements (kilesas) that arise when unmindful. Episode 3, Season 2: Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/JSfFIKP138M?si=eHWBjmQPogL7ktvt YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

14: The Danger of Not Practicing Vipassana Meditation 14.10.2021 46:27

Sayar Myat speak about the many reasons why not practicing Vipassana meditation can lead to danger in one's future. Episode 2, Season 2: Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/R-zW7WOpgFs?si=Wv7JdEX8EQ0XawzQ YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

13: The Benefits of Mindfulness Insight Meditation 14.10.2021 41:17

Sayar Myat starts this series' talks with a Dhamma talk on the benefits of practicing Mindfulness Insight meditation. Episode 1, Season 2: Ways to Deepen Your Practice of Mindfulness Insight Meditation (Satipatthana Vipassana) YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/dgB7DrX10Z0?si=8bY8jx4ZMQKdfvtK YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

12: Five Controlling Mental Faculties (Part 3 of 3): Concentration and Wisdom 13.01.2021 41:20

Beginner Series Talk #12 of 12. This talk gives a detailed description of the fourth and fifth Controlling Mental Faculties: Concentration Wisdom YouTube Video Link YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

11: Five Controlling Mental Faculties (Part 2 of 3): Effort and Mindfulness 12.01.2021 33:51

Beginner Series Talk #11 of 12. This talk gives a detailed description of the second and third Controlling Mental Faculties: Effort Mindfulness YouTube Video Link YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

10: The Five Controlling Mental Faculties (Part 1 of 3): Faith/Confidence 10.01.2021 32:42

Beginner Series Talk #10 of 12. This talk gives a brief overview of the five Controlling Mental Faculties with a detailed description of the first faculty: Faith/Confidence. YouTube Video Link YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

9: The Five Hindrances (Part 2 of 2): Sloth/Torpor, Restlessness/Remorse and Doubt 10.01.2021 56:48

Beginner Series Talk #9 of 12. A continuation (part 2 of 2) on the talk of the five Hindrances. This talk will focus on the remaining barriers to progress. Sloth and Torpor Restlessness and Remorse Doubt YouTube Video Link YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

8: The Five Hindrances (Part 1 of 2): Sense Desire and Ill Will 09.01.2021 48:44

Beginner Series Talk #8 of 12. The Five Hindrances are discussed as mental barriers towards progress. This talk will detail the first two of five hindrances: Sense Desire Ill Will YouTube Video Link YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships

7: The Four Foundations of Mindfulness 08.01.2021 36:08

Beginner Series Talk #7 of 12. Sayar Myat explains what the Four Foundations of Mindfulness are. Being mindful of any of these four as they are present, will develop mental concentration. YouTube Video Link YouTube Channel Link Website : www.satipatthana.ca Donations and Memberships