Part 1 of 4: How long does it take to awaken? (Joseph Goldstein)

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Channel: CJ Liu · 2014 · Film & Animation

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http://www.fireitupwithcj.com | What happens over a period of 40 years of practicing mindfulness? Aside from sitting on the mat meditating, what else needs to happen to be awakened?  An insight about practicing Effort and Ease.  Where does fun and humor fit into spirituality? Join host CJ Liu as she talks to Joseph Goldstein, one of the first  American vipassana teachers to bring meditation to the US and  co-founder of the Insight Meditation Society.

Check out the 5 part series: 
Part 1: How long does it take to awaken? 
http://youtu.be/eMW0D14lSFE
Part 2: What we don't get about mindfulness? http://youtu.be/5cZsHNbiY5I
Part 3: Practicing Mindfulness in your work life. 
http://youtu.be/fmURU5TaHXA
Part 4: Will you ever reach enlightenment? 
http://youtu.be/bNow4sdoWZA
Part 5: Consciousness and Computers
http://youtu.be/gSHdvXcrOlA

Get more interviews at www.fireitupwithcj.com. Get Joseph Goldstein's book: http://www.amazon.com/Mindfulness-A-Practical-Guide-Awakening/dp/162203063X.

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