What is the cause for mindfulness to increase?
When the five hindrances get weaker then stillness, mindfulness and wisdom increase. Wanting and ill-will destroy mindfulness. Mindfulness supported by virtue and sense restraint empowers the meditation to be more peaceful and powerful. In Ajahn Brahm's words: it is fun to have strong mindfulness!
(This short video clips was extracted from the Q&A sessions of the 9-day meditation retreat at Jhana Grove in July 2023 led by Ajahn Brahm. If you would like to view the entire retreat here is the KZfaq playlist: • 2023 July | 9 Day Retr... )