QUOTE(k2.ekAY @ Apr 4 2020, 11:30 PM)
actual buddhists practice the following 3 steps: dana(generosity), sila(morality & virtue), then bhavana(mental cultivation, also known as meditation) dana -> sila -> bhavana
by putting effort and gradually training in accordance to these steps, you're conditioning the mind to lean towards pure and clean state. pure and clean state of mind is a happy mind
once sila(morality) are like your second nature, what comes naturally is samadhi(concentration), a calm and serene mind that's clear, even blissful state of mind, which help ones to see things as they are, in other word, the reality la. that's when panna(wisdom) come to be.
sila -> samadhi -> panna.
"what 'things' ahhh???" you may ask. those 'things" are the reality of anicca(impermanent), dukkha(unsatisfactory-ness), anatta(non-self)
all phenomenas come to existence based on conditionality. even our state of mind, mental habits and activities and conditioned-based. they are ever changing, thus anicca(impermanence). we always want to hold on to pleasant feelings and always dispel unpleasant ones, and since they are impermanent, there are also dukkha(unsatisfactory). also because all phenomenas are subject to change, this characteristic is called anatta(non-self)
true or not ? hmm i don't know. you'll have to experience it for yourself. perhaps can be liken to this analogy: nearly impossible to describe the taste of durian to someone who hasn't tasted it themselves

QUOTE(k2.ekAY @ Apr 5 2020, 12:28 AM)
oops sorry, i only answered your 2nd question in the form of simplified steps guidance to achieve a clear mind.
to your first question on "how is a mind clear", a mind is clear when the driving factors - the underlying unwholesome roots in the mind that manifest in 'karma", are then subdued through practices. a "clearer", serene and calmer state of mind as a result. an analogy would be just like a clear pond with no ripples on the surface, and you're able to see what's underneath the pond with ease.
take for example ah, slight irritation & hatred might be present in your state of mind at this moment. your intention to reply would then be "tainted" by your present state of mind, responding with words that are not pleasant to the readers.

How is a mind clear?
Your answer and definition of a clear mind is infested with an "underlying unwholesome roots" in the mind.
Therefore you are unable to see and experience a mind that is empty of burden and aware of it's presence and present state.
Thank you for your second answer too, is indoctrinated by religious ideology. No different from a Muslim spreading how great is Islam or atheist propogating atheism or Christian scaring people with hell unless the seek forgiveness from Christ or a salesman selling snake oil as if the bottle can cure all ailments.
As such you will not understand Buddhism meditation because your mind is occupied.
And from your reply, it shows you are imposing your thoughts on others.
But you won't understand anything written here because you have define your mind and you cannot read the content objectively.
So I wish you, stay home, stay safe, have a nice day.