In vipassana meditation, it is crucial to approach each moment with fresh awareness, as if it were the first and only experience in existence. This perspective encourages practitioners to fully engage with their present circumstances, promoting deeper mindfulness. By training the mind to view every second uniquely, one can cultivate a greater sense of connection to the moment.
According to Bhante Henepola Gunaratana in "Mindfulness in Plain English," this approach allows meditators to let go of distractions and habitual patterns of thought. Embracing each second with the novelty of a first encounter fosters profound insight and clarity, enriching the practice of mindfulness in everyday life.