General Overview
There are many articles, books, and lectures on learning how to meditate. Yet most people do not understand how to arrive at that state of mind called meditation. In this article, we are going to discuss in detail the principal steps involved in meditation, along with some tips to help you in the process... continue

Sitting Positions
The most important thing is to keep the spine straight and to be alert. All of the positions mentioned in the above link are intended to suit your needs. If you have an injury or you are lacking flexibility at the hips or knees, choose the appropriate sitting position for you. Keep in mind that you will be holding the same position for longer periods of time and what works for you now may be uncomfortable in 10 minutes... continue

Yoga Positions
There is no doubt that the practice of Asanas prior to meditation can prepare, accelerate, and lead the mind to the meditative state. There are different Yoga paths, but all of them prepare the mind and body for meditation. Hatha Yoga positions are very well suited for preparing the body and the mind for mediation... continue

Best Places to Meditate
The best place to meditate should is a quiet place in the house where there are no people passing by frequently. It could be a room or small corner. It should be ventilated. The temperature of the room shouldn't be too cool or too hot, and the room shouldn't be... continue

Best Time to Meditate
Meditation can be done at any time. The most auspicious times to meditate are at 4 AM and at 4 PM. It said that the angle between the earth and the sun is 60 degrees and that being in a sitting position will balance the pituitary and pineal glands so that you... continue

How Eating, Sex and Sleep Affect Your Meditation
When you meditate, the frequency of your brain passes from Beta waves to Alpha waves where the parasympathetic part of the brain takes charge of the nervous system and more nervous signals are sent to the organs and glands, creating ideal conditions... continue

Breath Control or Pranayama
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali describe the path to follow to attain meditation, also called Dyana. The path indicated must be followed as described, step by step. One step will guide you to the next. It is not possible to skip one; for example, you can't attain mediation without first achieving concentration... continue

Nadis
The science of Pranayama is connected to the nervous system. They are important preparatory practices for meditation. When experimenting with them, observe their effects. Some of the benefits are calming, and relax the body and the mind... continue

Basic Procedures for Alternate Nostril Breathing
This variation is very refined. It requires more manipulation of the nostrils and, because of this, beginners may not find it suitable. If you choose this variation, it can remain as your primary practice...

A Specific Program to Get You Started
This program is not one which you will find in a quick meditation guide. This program has been studied and thoroughly experimented with by the tradition of the sages. If you really want to obtain the highest states of meditation, you should commit yourself to following it. Many people fail after trying a few times, and God bless them, but the ones who make it through will achieve the highest states of being... continue

Time and Effects During Meditation
3 MINUTES Increases blood circulation. This distributes the neuroendocrine secretions throughout the body.
7 MINUTES Brain frequency waves start shifting from Beta waves to Alpha waves (more calming waves), and can continue even to deep relaxation delta waves. At the same time, the electromagnetic field around the body increases in strength... continue

Benefits
There are so many benefits associated with the practice of meditation. Here are some of them: (1) Mediation creates a metabolic state deeper than that which occurs during sleep. (2) Meditation reduces blood lactate, a symptom of stress... continue

Tips for a Meditative Mental State
Don't judge yourself. Act as a witness to your thoughts. Re-focus on the breath. Every time you find yourself engaging in mental distractions, congratulate yourself because you have just passed a great barrier: BEING AWARE. Then, return to the breath... continue

Different Types of Meditation
The Buddhist meditation, also known as Mindfulness meditation is about keep the mind fully focused in the present moment. No past, no future, no mental connotations, just present, here and now... continue

Frequent Questions and Answers
There are so many different types of meditation. How do I know which one to follow? All the authentic different meditation paths have the same goal: to know your inner self. So no matter which path you choose to follow, it will lead you to the same place... continue