A common obstacle for beginners is trying to look inward with the physical eyes. This can lead to pressure around the eyes, a tight forehead, or unnecessary tension. The solution is not more effort, but a softer way of placing the mind.
Relax the Eyes
Let the eyelids close naturally and relax the forehead and facial muscles. Inner meditation does not require the physical eyes to look downward into the body.
Let Go of the Need to See Quickly
The stronger the demand for immediate results, the more tense the mind can become. Return instead to comfort and a gentle awareness at the center of the body.
Key reflection: When practice becomes tight, return to ease first. Relaxation creates a better foundation for stillness.
This article is an original summary based on teachings in the “Easy but Deep 2” series, not a word-for-word transcript.
