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Embark on a journey of self-discovery and inner peace at the Meditation Center of Alabama. Our universal practice of meditation, mindfulness, and self-compassion transcends all boundaries of religion, race, and nationality, offering a path to contentment and balance within ourselves. As we quiet the noise in our minds and tap into the happiness that resides within, we pave the way for sustainable world peace. Join us on the greatest journey on earth – the journey within to peace and self-acceptance. World peace starts with inner peace.
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Dhammakaya or Middle Way

The Middle Way is known for its simplicity and ease. It teaches that the center of the body is the natural home of the mind and an unlimited source of joy. The center of your body is located at the turning point of your breath. We rest our minds here with a soft, gentle, relaxing, and comfortable touch. Feel as if your mind is a feather that effortlessly floats down to rest at your center. No effort should be applied.

Meditation is easy and simple, and requires absolutely no effort. The mind has a natural tendency to wander just like a monkey that jumps from branch to branch. In meditation we can just observe the center, observing whatever thoughts, feelings and images arise with a neutral mind.

If we find we have many thoughts a mantra or bright object, such as a crystal ball or soap bubble, the moon or sun, may be visualized in your center to help free your mind from wandering thoughts. Mantras commonly used are ‘clear and bright’, or ‘Samma-Arahang,’ meaning the purest state of mind that a human being can achieve along the right method.

The Middle Way Meditation, one of the most ancient techniques of meditation in the world. Its simplicity, originality and effectiveness have made the Middle Way Meditation method among the most popular meditation techniques in Thailand, and its international popularity is growing fast.

It is about self-discovery, relaxation and purification of the mind. As such, the practice of this technique is not in conflict with any religion or creed, and is open to anyone to try for themselves.

This proven technique dates back to more than 2,500 years and was lost to the world about 500 years after the passing of the Lord Buddha. It was rediscovered in 1917 by the Most Venerable Phra Mongkolthepmuni, a renowned Buddhist Monk. The Middle Way Meditation aims at the attainment of the Dhammakaya (The Wise Mind), a state of purity and a path to wisdom within.

Introduction to Middle Way Meditation