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Mindfulness meditation can often do more harm than good.<\/p>\n

It is often done with the desire for relaxation and stress reduction.<\/p>\n

The problem with that is those intentions reinforce ego identification rather than dissolve it.<\/p>\n

The point of meditation is attaining awakening and enlightenment – to liberate yourself from suffering and attachment, and purifying yourself so that you may be of most service to all sentient beings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Mindfulness meditation can often do more harm than good. It is often done with the desire for relaxation and stress reduction. The problem with that is those intentions reinforce ego identification rather than dissolve it. 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