Śamatha

Śamatha, often called "calm-abiding" meditation, is a practice that cultivates focused, stable attention. It involves calmly and steadily concentrating on a single object—such as the breath, a visual symbol, or a sound—while gently dismissing distractions. The goal is to develop mental clarity, tranquility, and an even mind, which can improve overall well-being and prepare the practitioner for deeper insights or analytical meditation. Think of it as training the mind to stay present and undistracted, much like strengthening a muscle, enabling clearer perception and inner peace.