George continues his in-depth exploration of "Purification of Mind" from Chapter Two of Manual of Insight by Mahasi Sayadaw. Delving further into the value of practicing both concentration and insight meditation, this is a wide-ranging discussion that covers some of the practical aspects to beginning a regular practice,  jhanas (altered states of consciousness), the concept of dukkha (pain or suffering), and how aging and health relate to meditation.If you would like to engage in the practice of dāna (generosity), you are invited to help support us with a contribution to the Mettagroup Scholarship Fund.Subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher.