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Potentizing Practice

With Martin Aylward recorded on February 23, 2020.

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At various times, it can feel like meditation practice has become routine. That nothing is really moving or deepening. However, there are many ways to consciously potentize your practice. In this class at the wonderful new Sangha Live website, Martin explores various different ways of doing this. We also look beyond meditation, to three ways in the midst of everyday life that you can bring more energy to your practice.

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