How to Meditate

When beginning meditation, it is important to not set yourself any goals and expectations. the only thing I would suggest to do, is to dedicate a small amount of time each day to set aside to practice meditation. even if it's just 5 or ten minutes. make sure you won't be disturbed.

Keep an open mind and enjoy the adventure of meditation.

There is so much to find in meditation and so many exciting methods and ways to focus the mind in meditation, for example using pictures-usually mantras, and mandalas-symbols, chanting, or simply sitting and observing.

A simple technique to begin with is just practicing to still the body, teaching you to sit quietly and to focus your attention. by watching your thoughts and learning to identify distractions, we begin the path of meditation.

1, ensure you are wearing loose comfortable clothing. find a quiet place to sit, without disturbance.

2, sit comfortably with your legs outstretched. Close your eyes and concentrate on relaxing each part of your legs, beginning with your hips and finish by stretching and relaxing your feet. if you feel comfortable, bring your legs in towards your body so that you are now sitting crossed legged.

3, turn your attention inward and be aware of your thoughts and emotions that arise. are you at ease? or a little self conscious? do you notice any emotions or a change of mood? is there a sense of excitement or are you bored? is your head filled with distracting thoughts? none of these reactions are right or wrong,just how you perceive them. for a few moments, just be aware of them.

(Our minds need constant stimulation and will try its best to distract you from focusing. try the exercise again,but this time try it with your eyes half open gazing at a point just ahead of you, see if your thoughts and experience changes. it may do as the mind is given something to focus on, but if not it is entirely personal to your mind and experience.)

Happy practicing.