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Meditate With Eyes Open or Closed?

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In short: either works. Closed eyes help you turn inward; half-open eyes, resting softly on the floor in front of you, help if you get sleepy. Choose one and keep it for the session.

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Half openStay awake
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Should I close my eyes when meditating?

Either is fine. Close them to turn inward; keep them half open, gazing softly down, if you tend to get sleepy. If drowsiness persists, the Buddha suggested washing the eyes and looking at the sky (AN 7.61).

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