Mindful
Meditation
Mindful meditation can be used by all meditation
practitioners, even beginners, to achieve a sense of inner calm, and to increase awareness of their sense of self
in relation to the world around them. This simple act of becoming aware produces many benefits -- trivial
annoyances and problems become insignificant, routine tasks become easier and more fulfilling, and even stress
is significantly reduced.
The first step to practicing mindful meditation is to find a space that is
uniquely your own. This does not mean that you have to dedicate an entire room of your house to your meditation
practice (although you certainly can). Even a corner of your bedroom will do just fine. If you can, take steps to
make this “sacred” -- that is, make it a sanctuary away from the demands and distractions of everyday
life.
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Create Your
Sanctuary
Making your meditation space a sanctuary can be done quite easily. Buy a few
candles and place them around your space. Place a yoga mat or meditation cloth on the floor. If you have access to
a new age retail store, you can also purchase stones, such as rose quartz or garnet chips, to place at the corners
of your meditation space. Some meditation practitioners also like to have incense handy - this can help to make
your meditations more powerful and effective.
Keep It Short
When you begin practicing mindful meditation, it's a good idea to keep your
sessions short. If you try to tackle long meditations in the beginning, you can easily become frustrated. Sticking
to 10 or 15-minute meditation sessions is a good way to reap the benefits of mindful meditation without becoming
overwhelmed.
Your Focus
Mindful meditation differs from other types of meditation and that you are not focusing
on an external object, such as a candle or statue; rather, you will focus your gaze on a spot a couple of inches in
front of your nose. When you are deliberately working with the mind, you will want to block out all distractions
around you. In mindful meditation, the focus is on working with the self first; so all external stimuli should be
kept at bay.
Mindful Meditation
Breathing
When you practice mindful meditation, you will also be focusing intently on your
breathing. Don't try to force your breathing, or change the speed or depth of it -- just pay attention to the
rhythm of your breath as you inhale and exhale. The rhythm of your breathing will help your mind focused inwardly,
and will allow you to achieve a deep state of meditation.
Non-Thought
One of the most important aspects of mindful meditation is the impartial
observation of thought. You will notice that, during your meditation, numerous thoughts will arise - you may
suddenly think about a bill that needs paid, a task that needs to be completed, nor a problem that needs to be
solved. Let yourself simply observe these thoughts without emotion or judgment. Recognize that these thoughts are
important, but that they do not have a place in your mind during your meditation.
The more you learn to let go of your thoughts, the stronger your sense of
mindfulness will become.
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