Meditation 101: How Anyone Can Easily Learn to Meditate Even

 Meditation refers to a state in which your body and mind are consciously relaxed and focused.  Practitioners of this art report increased awareness, focus, and concentration, as well as a more positive outlook on life.


Meditation is usually associated with monks, mystics and other spiritual disciplines.  However, you don't have to be a monk or mystic to enjoy the benefits.  And you don't even have to be in a special place to practice it.  You could even try it in your own living room!

  While there are many different approaches to meditation, the fundamental principles remain the same.  Chief among these principles is the removal of obstructive, negative, and wandering thoughts and fantasies, and the calming of the mind with a deep sense of focus.  This clears the mind of debris and prepares it for a higher quality of activity.
  The negative thoughts you have that of noisy neighbors, bossy office mates, that parking ticket you got, and unwanted spam would contribute to 'polluting' the mind, and by shutting them out it is possible to 'cleanse' the mind  ’, so that it can focus on deeper, more meaningful thoughts.
  Some practitioners even shut out all sensory input, no images, no sounds, and nothing to touch and try to break free from the commotion around them.  You can now focus on a deep, profound thought if this is your goal.  It may seem deafening at first, as we are all too used to hearing and seeing things all the time, but as you continue with this exercise you will find that you become more aware of everything around you.
  If you find that the meditative poses you see on television pose a threat to people with impossibly arched backs and painful-looking twists, don't worry.  The principle here is to be in a comfortable position that is conducive to concentration.  This can be while sitting cross-legged, standing, lying down and even walking.
  If the position allows you to relax and focus, then that would be a good starting point.  When sitting or standing, the back should be straight, but not tense or tight.  In other positions, the only no-no is slouching and falling asleep.


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  Loose, comfortable clothing helps enormously, as tight-fitting clothing tends to suffocate you and make you tense.
  The place where you do meditation should have a calming atmosphere.  It can be in your living room or bedroom, or any other place you feel comfortable.  You may want an exercise mat if you plan on taking the more challenging poses (if you're feeling more focused and if the contortionist in you is screaming for release).  You may want to arrange the place to be soothing to your senses.
  Silence helps most people relax and meditate, so you may want a quiet, secluded place away from the ringing of the telephone or the humming of the washing machine.  Pleasant scents help with that too, so stocking up on aromatic candles isn't such a bad idea either.
  The monks you see on television making those monotonous sounds are actually performing their mantra.  This is, in simple terms, a short creed, a simple sound that has mystical value to these practitioners.
  You don't need to run these;  however, it would be worth noting that focusing on repetitive actions such as breathing and humming helps the practitioner attain a higher state of consciousness.
  The principle here is focus.  You can also try to focus on a particular object or thought, or even, while keeping your eyes open, focus on a single view.
  An example routine would be, while in a meditative state, silently name each part of your body and focus your awareness on that part.  While doing this, be aware of tension on any part of your body.  Visualize the release of this tension mentally.  It works wonders.
  There are also many meditation CDs on the market that have been scientifically proven to alter your brain waves to help you achieve deep meditation.  read more about this here: Meditation CDs.

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  All in all, meditation is a relatively risk-free practice and its benefits are worth the effort (or no effort, remember we are relaxing).
  Studies have shown that meditation has beneficial physiological effects on the body.  And there is a growing consensus in the medical community to further study its effects.  So start creating your health and wellness now... start meditating today!

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