|Sweden Retreat 2019 Interviews Day 3 Group C (35:32-37:22)
Yogi: I start to get sleepy when I sit and wonder if I exert too much when I walk.
Sayadaw: If the mind which usually gets too excited stops and relaxes, it just wants to go to sleep.
We need to constantly check how much energy the mind is using every moment – like when you’re out there walking, you need to check if the energy is too high, and just watching that energy will balance it.
Notice whether the mind is tense or relaxed, if the energy is increasing or decreasing, if there is clarity or confusion and bring that awareness with you into the sitting.
Just lightly checking ourselves will make us aware all the time. It is a simple way to be aware of ourselves all the time.