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Drowsiness during zazen

Master Kosen – Published on December 7 – zazen

Question

How can we reduce drowsiness during zazen? When I pay close attention to my breathing, drowsiness comes every time. Should I then focus on another object, such as sounds?

What is the difference between concentration and attention?
Thank you for your answer.

Anonymous

Master Kosen’s answer

We must learn to awaken, to remain conscious within sleep itself.

Kosen


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