There are many techniques and suggested methods which assist one to meditate.
Because it is the most private of any ‘practices’, requiring a withdrawal from outer activity and retreat into one’s innermost being, it is essential that each chooses their own way – a way that feels natural and appropriate.
Generally, however, the simplest preparation and technique is best. An example will most likely be something like this…Preparation:
After applying certain physical techniques including exercises that allow a comfortable seated position to be assumed for a period of time, and breathing that increases general body energy, the eyes are closed. What follows becomes an internal process.
Sensitivity:
When the body is still, we experience a passive state but become increasingly aware of sensations and alertness of the senses that intensifies feeling rather than thinking awareness.
Breathing:
Conscious breathing allows some sense of movement particularly if one is inclined to deep breathe. Focus upon the fact of the breath being our lifeline to the invisible source of Universal Energy which sustains us. After establishing a breathing rhythm for some minutes it becomes easier to focus upon one’s thought.
Thought:
If time is not an issue, it is best to retain stillness, and a breathing rhythm. Allow any thoughts that pass upon the screen of the mind to have free passage, without any attempt to restrain them. This means the subconscious mind has its say before we apply concentration upon a single, selected thought.
Concentration Focus:
Focus upon a single thought or idea allows you to ‘tune in’ to a desired state or quality.
Usually this choice is quite personal and is related to our spiritual aspirations. An example of a general theme is wishing to reach a state of a quiet mind, peaceful, stress free, comfortable and one that provides us you with a sense of complete security.
Meditation:
The mind relaxes, tired after determined concentration and this allows the meditative state, which is one of effortless expansion and elevation or entry into an awareness of the deeper chambers of the soul.
Here, there is no standard formula or technique, nor standard expectation as to what we find when we come face to face with these facets of our own consciousness that allow us to access the limitless spiritual Power and Intelligence of the Infinite.
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