Staying Present Longer: The Interplay of Mindfulness & Concentration

Staying Present Longer: The Interplay of Mindfulness & Concentration

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In this episode, Sean Fargo explores the deep relationship between mindfulness and concentration — two practices that are often taught separately but in reality support and sustain each other.

Drawing inspiration from his teacher Ajahn Chah, Sean reflects on how concentration serves as the foundation that allows mindfulness to stay steady with the unfolding present moment.

Through personal stories from his years as a Buddhist monk and practical concentration exercises, Sean highlights how simplicity, stillness, and focus can help us extend the duration of our presence.

From visualizations in the belly to counting breaths, focusing on external objects, or repeating loving-kindness phrases, concentration practice becomes a refuge from the busyness of modern life and a gateway into joy, clarity, and perspective.

Listeners are invited to experiment with lengthening their meditations, stringing together multiple sessions, or even holding mini at-home retreats.

Sean Fargo also shares candid reflections on challenges like the five hindrances, the difference between grasping and genuine focus, and how deep concentration can lead to profound insights, stillness, and even some of life’s happiest moments.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

Why mindfulness and concentration are “two ends of the same stick”

Practical techniques to stay present longer, from breath counting to visualization

How concentration fuels mindfulness and supports choiceless awareness

The role of concentration in overcoming the five hindrances

Insights into stillness, joy, and clarity that arise with deeper practice

Resources & Links:

Watch the full session on YouTube: Staying Present Longer

Learn more about Ajahn Chah’s teachings: ajahnchah.org

Explore free meditations, courses, and trainings at MindfulnessExercises.com

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