In my exercises, I am beginning to see the differences between the various spiritual practices I engage in. Meditation seems to me to be resting in what is with the purpose of cultivating attention. Thoughts are not worked with or followed with any depth. An object of meditation is chosen and bare attention is rested on the object and brought back again and again when it strays.
With reflection, an object of reflection can be chosen, or the object can be left open. Thoughts are allowed to arise and are explored in order to reach a greater understanding.
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