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Vipassana is an ancient meditation technique that involves observing thoughts and emotions without judging or dwelling on them.
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Research suggests that it can reduce stress and anxiety, which may have benefits for substance use.
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It is a practice that seeks insight into the true nature of reality and is developed in tandem with samatha, which is defined as tranquility and serenity of awareness.
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Vipassana can be translated as “Insight,” a clear awareness of exactly what is happening as it happens. Samatha can be translated as “concentration” or “tranquility.” It is a state in which the mind is brought to rest, focused only on one item and not allowed to wander.
What Exactly Is Vipassana Meditation? - Tricycle: The Buddhist Review
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Samatha and vipassana are two qualities of the mind developed in tandem in Buddhist practice. Samatha is defined as "tranquility," "serenity," and "tranquillity of awareness," while vipassana is defined as insight into the true nature of reality. In the Theravada tradition, vipassana is defined as a practice that seeks "insight into the true nature of reality" and downplays samatha.
Samatha-vipassana - Wikipedia
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Vipassana is an ancient mindfulness meditation technique. It involves observing your thoughts and emotions as they are, without judging or dwelling on them.
Though more studies are needed, research to date has found that Vipassana can reduce stress and anxiety, which may have benefits for substance use.
Vipassana Meditation Benefits, Techniques, How-To - Healthline
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