The second of two public seminars with this title given by Trungpa Rinpoche in 1979. This seminar presents a general introduction to meditation, with main topics including gentleness and developing trust in oneself; integrating meditation practice with everyday awareness; sacred outlook; and relating directly with the present moment. Also includes step-by-step instructions for sitting meditation technique. This seminar is the basis for chapters 2, 3, 6 and 8 in MINDFULNESS IN ACTION.