Conduct On and Off the Cushion: Integrating Meditation

This session explores the concept of yogic conduct and how meditative awareness continues beyond the cushion. The group reflects on the distinction between formal meditation and post-meditation practice, emphasizing how qualities developed in stillness can inform daily speech, action, and perception. Teachings are shared on the role of conduct in different yogic traditions, with attention to how awareness is embodied and expressed through behavior. The conversation highlights the importance of stability in presence and the effects of consistent inner practice on how one meets the world. Examples are given of how practice impacts everyday decisions and interactions, and how even simple moments can reflect or obscure meditative insight. The session offers practical and conceptual framing for those engaging with integration beyond the formal sitting context.

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