What if the peace you’re looking for isn’t something you have to create?
As we move into the second half of life, many of us discover that the habits that helped us build our lives—working harder, solving problems, striving for improvement—don’t necessarily help us navigate Aging, loss, purpose, or inner peace.
In this episode of Aging & Spirituality, we explore one of the most profound teachings from Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras: the distinction between concentration (dharana) and contemplation (dhyana).
While concentration trains the mind to become steady, contemplation invites us into a different relationship with awareness—one that is receptive rather than controlling. Understanding this progression can transform the way we approach Meditation, prayer, and spiritual practice, especially in the second half of life.
Together we’ll explore:
• Why concentration is essential—but not the goal
• How contemplation differs from simply focusing harder
• Why aging naturally invites us from striving into presence
• A simple way to deepen your meditation practice using Patanjali’s teachings
• How peace may be something we uncover rather than achieve
If you’ve ever wondered why trying harder doesn’t always bring more peace, this conversation may offer a different way of understanding both meditation and the journey of aging.
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