Originally Posted by
Tobiishi
Gassho...
For the itching- I got in the habit early on of trying to ignore the itch. Most of the time it will go away, and I consider it good practice to try to notice the itch and then let it go mentally, after which if it just won't quit I will scratch. It's gotten better over time, not so much itching now. ... let your mind do its thing, observe it, and let it go... 10,000 times or so :wink: Which is exactly what most zazen is, I think.... I think if you stick with it, it will get quieter and easier. Although sometimes it gets harder. P a t i e n c e...