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# Re: Re: Attention without tension

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- Subject: Re: [BardonPraxis] Re: Attention without tension
- From: "Rawn Clark" <rawnclark@...>
- Date: Sat, 2 Apr 2005 08:52:10 -0800
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    Dear David,

    >> I actually have the ability to concentrate intensely for long periods
    of time, but by using strong force or self-compulsion that I hardly feel
    until I bring my attention back to my body (and feel the tension and
    pain). I am guessing that this form of concentration isn't very
    healthy. :) <<

    :) This exercise is not about "intense" concentration. A good example
    of the goal state is when you're focused upon doing something you enjoy.
    Such concentration is a natural by-product of your interest in what
    you're doing and requires no force. The key for you might be found in
    this factor of interest vs. resistance. If you are resistant to what
    you're doing then focusing your whole awareness upon it takes force.
    Perhaps checking in on your resistance level and disarming it will help.

    >> I can be aware of myself having distracting thoughts while driving,
    but I'm not sure how to get those thoughts out of my mind except by
    force, which seems self-defeating. What am I missing? <<

    This exercise is not about fighting against the distracting thoughts --
    it's about focusing upon the intended thoughts and actions. In other
    words, each time you do find yourself wandering from your focus, gently
    bring your focus back to its intended target. This is far different
    than fighting against intruding thoughts and trying to suppress them.

    >> Also, I'm curious, is there some reason you omitted mention of this
    exercise in A Bardon Companion? <<

    I do discuss it and the second part of the exercise simultaneously
    (pages 42 thru 44) since the same instructions apply to both phases of
    the exercise.

    My best to you,
    :) Rawn Clark
    02 Apr 2005
    rawnclark@...
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