Your thoughts on online/virtual teachers?

Hi,

I am entertaining the possibility of a teacher and where I live, there are Buddhist centres; however, because how few there are they have "times" that do not suit my life (i.e. kids, work, family). Also, I honestly feel better with starting with an online teacher ESPECIALLY regarding training the mind.

I am aware now of how being "consumed in thought" has led to a life of unnecessary pain. The challenge is my inability to focus, I can become more aware and present when I take my medication (for some long standing cognitive processing matters) but when I don't take it, I can be aware of the thoughts consuming me watch them but am unable to do anything to change the reactive behaviours. And of course, I have always been on the journey for seeking the truth and need some guidance.

Thanks in advance!

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