Is there a direct connection between understanding the nature of your mind and happiness?

How does being able to observe the nature of your own thoughts and emotions translate into action?

How long could you stay angry without being lost in thought about the reasons why you should be angry?

Can the maturing of insight translate into new kinds of suffering that wouldn't have been there otherwise?

Is it a mistake to use meditation to make yourself feel better when you aren't happy?

What do words like “awakening" or “enlightenment” mean? And how do you explain them to others?

Are there pathological reductions of the concept of “self”?

What percentage of your time would you say you are in the clarity of selfless mindfulness?

Is there a direct connection between maturity in meditation practice and living ethically?

What advice do you have for someone who's about to do their first meditation retreat?

What is the utility of guided meditation—and why is it helpful for people?