Question
I would really like to know the cause, or causes, of the pain
in my intestines on my left side when I practice zazen. The
pain is there very often but lessens when I return to everyday
life… I have read Deshimaru’s books alongside my practice, and I
remember him saying we should continue zazen and that the
pain would automatically diminish… Unfortunately, that is not my case,
despite years of practice now. Could incorrect
qigong practice be the cause? I also practiced qigong from a
book. In any case, I take responsibility for my mistakes and would like to remedy them,
so thank you for your help… I trust you completely.
Anonymous
Answer from Master Kosen
Put a small 8 mm support under your left knee when you do lotus on the left side.
Kosen