In the face paced life of today it is good to take time out and relax. Many people find this quite difficult and as a result turn to meditation to help them. Here for anyone who would like to meditate are some simple steps for anyone to learn how to meditate.
Firstly set aside some time to meditate. You can’t do this productively unless you have enough time. Choose a place to meditate where you will not be disturbed. Turn off all distractions (although some people like to put restful music on quietly in the background) and relax. Sit on the ground, if this feels uncomfortable sit on a cushion.
Keep your eyes half open and half closed and don’t stare at anything. Begin to breath in for 3 seconds and out for around 6. Breath from the abdomen for the best deep breaths. Aim to breath like this for between 5 minutes and 20 minutes – although the longer you do this the better.
Next start to relax all of your body. Do this from your feet up to the top of your head. Whilst you are doing this try to make your mind as blank as possible. To begin with this might be hard as you cannot prevent thoughts form entering your mind. It can be achieved though, so be determined. You might like to try repeating a single word or mantra to help you to relax. A single word such as ‘ohm’ can be useful.
Now it is time to create total mediation. You will know you have done this when you feel fully relaxed and as though your mind is clear of any thoughts and distractions. This last step can be hard to master, but with patience and determination you will be able to. Then you can use meditation whenever you need to create restfulness.
