When I first discuss the idea of coaching or therapy being delivered by a chatbot, the most common objection from professionals in the field is that the ‘human connection’ is actually the most important part of the process.
I am sure all of you did take time to wash, though occasionally when I take the underground (metro) I have cause to wonder. However, washing your bodies is not what I meant.
Controlling our emotions is important. They play a fundamental role in how and what we communicate to the outside world. The process of mindful meditation helps us learn to observe our thoughts and emotions, and in so doing we are reminded that they are not some external reality but rather our perception of reality.
One of the most well known teachers and writers on Zen Buddhism was Shunryu Suzuki. He wrote an excellent book called Zen Mind, Beginners Mind.