Sōkō (Sōkei Shōdō)

Sōkō, also known as Sōkei Shōdō, is a traditional Japanese Zen meditation practice focused on developing mindfulness, concentration, and insight. Practitioners typically sit quietly, often in a specific posture, and observe their breath, thoughts, or sensations without attachment or judgment. The goal is to cultivate a calm, clear awareness that helps individuals understand the nature of their mind and reality. Sōkō serves as both a meditation technique and a means of spiritual cultivation within Zen Buddhism, fostering inner peace and clarity through disciplined, mindful awareness.