When we meditate, we notice unhealthy habits and gradually let them go. We also begin to develop qualities of mindfulness, compassion, wisdom and forgiveness, and learn to incorporate them into our daily life. It's a rhythm of letting go and setting clear intentions.
Donald Rothberg, Ph.D., has practiced Insight Meditation since 1976, and has also trained in Tibetan Dzogchen and Mahamudra practice. He regularly teaches insight and lovingkindness meditation, and on transforming the judgmental mind, mindful communication, and socially engaged Buddhism. He is the author of The Engaged Spiritual Life.