Yogi: I have created a concept of strict and serious mindfulness and I try to let go of it.

I see a tendency of the mind to find the faults and defilements. I’m grateful for Sayadaw’s teaching that when I check my attitude to see what is there, not to search for something – and I used to do that quite often.

For a change, it is good to recognize something good or see the absence of the defilement.

Sayadaw: Yes, you have to also acknowledge everything – the good too.

Meditation is an art, something gentle and creative. It is not like chopping a tree.

In meditation, we don’t have to punch an ant with our fist – swiping it with a finger is enough.