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So I am sure you have heard the word ‘meditation’ a million times but do you know what it actually is and how to do it? In this post, learn what meditation is as well as all the wonderful spiritual and health benefits it offers. Including 4 simple steps to start meditating right NOW!

Meditation and its benefits

Simply, meditation is a mental exercise that strengthens your awareness, mindfulness, and higher consciousness. Typically, meditation is practiced to help deepen the understanding of life and its transcendent forces.

Meditation can also be practiced to reduce stress, relieve anxiety, and improve emotional wellbeing. Regular practice of meditation has been scientifically proven to reduce age-related memory loss, help fight addictions, improve sleep, help control pain, and decrease blood pressure.

First and foremost, it is important to understand that meditation is NOT meant to clear your thoughts. In fact, it is the opposite. In order to meditate, you must focus and ponder on something. Think of the word meditation as a synonym for the word concentration. For example, in order to use mediation to reduce anxiety, you have to concentrate on calming down and relaxing.

Secondly, there is no right or wrong way to meditate. A “good” meditation is different for everyone; no two people have the same experience. DO NOT make the mistake of comparing your experience with another person’s. Stay focused on your journey and compare it to your own previous experiences.

How to Meditate

Choose a peaceful environment

First, choose a place where you will not be interrupted for the duration of your meditation. Choose a place where you are comfortable and have privacy. This can be outside, in your room, in your kitchen, etc.

Basically, you are looking for a quiet and private place that you feel most peaceful in and where no one will bother you.

Position yourself

Second, find a comfortable position whether that be sitting or laying down. Traditionally, meditation is done sitting but sitting isn’t always the most comfortable so laying down is okay too.

Listen to your body and do what feels right.

Close your eyes

Third, closing your eyes helps to deepen your awareness of your breath, body, and thoughts. To further explain, keeping your eyes closed reduces visual sensory which allows your other senses to be heightened.

It’s pretty fucking hard to meditate with your eyes open as the goal is to reduce distractions.

Focus on your breath

Fourth, follow your breathing pattern. It helps to take a few deep breaths then settle into a natural breathing pattern. It is important to breathe in a way that feels right to you. After all, your body takes care of breathing so all you have to do is let your mind follow.

Simply, follow your breath for a few moments.

Meditate

Fifth, it’s time to meditate up in this bitch!

After you feel a strong connection with your breathing it is time to meditate! Let the thoughts of your chosen topic roll in and simply be aware; intend your topic before you start and trust that your mind will follow, that’s the trick. At this time, your mind is open and receptive to new ideas.

Remember to stay focused on your breathing and let your mind do its thing. The only effort you are inputting is the following of your breath; your mind will do the rest. Thoughts and emotions you have suppressing will come up so expect self-discovery and connect with your higher self.

Eventually, the answers you are looking for will come to you effortlessly. As a result, your mind becomes silent out of the peace it has found.

Finish up

Lastly, once you feel satisfied and at peace with your experience, slowly open your eyes. Embrace all that just happened and take it with you.

Final Thoughts

Keep in mind that you might not have a profound experience on your first try. It may take a few sessions to warm your mind up and get into a meditative state. Don’t give up so easily, push yourself and keep at it!

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