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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. There are many different aspects which need to be discussed, such as yoga positions; breathing; control of the senses; concentration; mantras; the mental process; how eating, sex, and sleep affect your meditation; the best time to meditate, sitting positions, the best place to mediate, and so on.
There is a myth that when you sit down, you should be able to quiet the mind. We have thousands of thoughts per wink of the eye. When you bring the focus inwards, you become aware of the mental background of your mind. Distractions are the rule. The mind never stops, but through meditation you can create stillness and calmness which can serve you a lifetime. In the beginning, you may only be able to attain a few minutes of total, focused meditation. Be patient with yourself. Patience pays! Unfortunately, most people identify themselves with the mind. As Swami Rama said "All of the body is in the mind, but not all the mind is in the body… The mind has the ability to transcend the body." Practicing meditation will allow you to act as a witness to your mind, detach from mental processes, and attain calmness. Meditation Table of Contents
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