When the Mind Wanders: Rethinking Distraction in Meditation

Distraction is one of the most universal—and misunderstood—experiences in meditation. We sit down to practice with sincere intention, and before long the mind wanders. Emotions pull us in. Sounds and events from the world around us intrude. And often, we quietly conclude that something has gone wrong. In this episode, Craig takes a closer look at distraction—not as a problem to solve, but as an experience worth understanding more deeply. In the first part of the episode, Craig explores how we...