This talk explores various points of the Buddha's schema as they relate to a practice at a concentration retreat.

How to skillfully work with the 5 Hindrances in concentration practice. Threee Strategies are discussed: Ignoring, anti-dotes, mindfulness/inquiry

A description of the Wise Effort step of the 8 Fold Path, how it fits into the Buddha's teachings, and examples of how to specifically apply it.

An exploration of Samadhi and its role on the overall path of Liberation