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The Buddha taught the mindfulness of breathing as a basic practice, but said it could take you all the way to Enlightenment.
The version of the practice we teach in Triratna centres includes the open, receptive awareness of general mindfulness practice, while its four stages include a number of elements that can help us work with the mind’s tendency to get caught up in thoughts and become distracted.
Garavavati introduces the Mindfulness of Breathing practice in four stages (4 mins).
Vishvapani leads the Mindfulness of Breathing practice in four stages, lasting 20 minutes.