Techniques for Mindfulness Development through Walking Meditation: Meditation in Daily Life according to the Teachings of Luang Por Viriyang Sirindharo

Abstract

This academic article aims to present the concept of mindfulness development through walking meditation based on Buddhist psychology, studied from the teachings of Ajahn Viriyang Sirindharo, Meditation Instructor Course, and actual practical experiences. The study demonstrates that walking meditation is an effective method of mental development that helps develop mindfulness and mindpower through awareness of physical movement, leading to the emergence of three important virtues: rationality, responsibility, and compassionateness.               practice also helps create balance between body and mind at various levels, both personal and social. Scientific research supports the benefits of walking meditation, finding that it helps develop brain function, reduce stress, and promote cardiovascular health. At the individual level, walking meditation helps enhance moral qualities and mental capabilities, such as calmness, patience, gentleness, and concentration, resulting in changes in both physical health and quality of life. Application in current contexts, such as workplaces, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities, shows that it can be integrated effectively into daily routines, providing an important approach to resolving conflicts, reducing stress, mental health issues, and social problems. At the social level, it helps create an atmosphere of peace, calmness, patience, and compassion, leading to mutual understanding, reducing conflicts, and promoting peace. Therefore, walking meditation is a crucial tool for developing the mind and creating well-being at both personal and social levels, consistent with human development concepts in Buddhist psychology. Many key aspects of mental development through walking meditation based on Buddhist psychology are beneficial for application according to the objectives of various activities to promote understanding and peaceful coexistence in society, arising from the effects of walking meditation.