Meditation is the art of silencing the mind. When the mind is silent, we experience inner peace in the midst of worldly turmoil. It is the nature of the mind to magnify small things into serious problems. Meditation helps us detach. We learn to live in the here and now, rather than worrying about the past or future. We do not worry about meaningless things. Meditation reduces stress levels and alleviates anxiety. Meditation enables us to have a deeper understanding of our inner self.Through meditation, you attain the power to control your thoughts unfortunately mind is used to complication and it takes time to unlearn bad habits.
To sit in stillness and silence for even a few minutes each day is a very useful thing to do.
Meditation is a life-long practice, and you will benefit most by NOT examining the results of your daily practice. Just do the best you can every day, and then let it go!
Meditation systematically deals with all levels of your being, including your relationship with the world and with yourself. It deals with the senses, body, breath, all the levels of mind, and that which is beyond your mind, often called spirit, soul, consciousness, or Self.
How to do meditation
Find a quiet place where you can be alone if possible. This is the simplest technique of meditation. Sit in a comfortable position.Close your eyes Let your thoughts come and gotake 100 breaths. count them. try not to think about anything else. Breathing helps in oxygen in our body which is important for us to be well
Meditation gives you something that nothing else can:
It introduces you to yourself on all levels.
Peace of mind, calmness, and a sense of well being
Better relationships, better health, and a better life
Personal, philosophical, and
Spiritual insights
The direct experience of your eternal center of being
