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Meditation: The “Noting” technique (Meditation in Heston)

The practice of noting—gently labeling arising sensations, thoughts, or emotions with a simple word—originates in Burmese Vipassanā traditions. By mentally “noting” distractions (e.g., “thinking,” “itching,” “planning”), meditators create a moment of space that both anchors them in the present and cultivates meta-awareness. While traditional guidance emphasizes sparse,...