At meditation retreats, it’s common to hear the question, “What’s your practice?” or “How long have you been sitting?” The question often brings a smile because of a well-known story from Jack Kornfield’s time with Ajahn Chah. When asked how long a person should sit, Ajahn Chah answered, “I’ve seen chickens sit on a nest for days, and they don’t become enlightened.” Real practice isn’t about the hours spent sitting still or looking the part. From the moment of birth, everyone is practicing — lea