# Donald Rothberg: Talk and Discussion: Developing Concentration (Samadhi) 1

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Podcast: [Dharma Seed: dharma talks and meditation instruction](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dharma-seed-dharma-talks-and-meditation-instruction-503230)
Published: 2026-05-06T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://dharmaseed.org/talks/96929/
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## Resource

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) In this overview about developing concentration (samadhi) in our practice, we examine (1) the nature of concentration (or samadhi), including the etymology of the term and how we often find a natural concentration in daily life; (2) its importance in our practice; (3) some ways to practice to develop concentration, and (4) five challenges of such practice and how to work with them. The talk is followed by discussion.

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