General Overview
There are many articles, books, and lectures that teach on the practice of 
meditation. Yet most people do not understand exactly how to achieve a real
state of meditation. continue

Sitting Positions
First, let's sit down. There are different sitting poses you can choose from and
you can find information about them by clicking on the following: 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. continue

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

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

How Eating, Sex and Sleep Affect Your Meditation
When you meditate, the frequency of your brain passes from Beta waves
to Alpha waves. This means that the parasympathetic part of the brain takes
charge of the nervous system. 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... continue

Nadis
The science of Pranayama deals with the nervous system and are considered
 important preparatory practices for meditation. When experimenting with and
observing Pranayama, you will notice such benefits like feeling calm and relaxed
in both body and mind. continue

Basic Procedures for Alternate Nostril Breathing
This Pranayama is called Nadi Shodhanam. It should be done at least twice a day, morning and evening.

A Specific Program to Get You Started
This program is not one which you will find in a quick meditation guide; it has been studied and thoroughly experimented throughout long periods of time. 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