EASY DOES IT MEDITATION
There is a large variety of meditation to choose from. It isn’t
all just sitting cross-legged with your eyes shut. Let’s explore types of
meditation.
Types of meditation include Buddhist practices, transcendental,
zen, mantra, chakra, sound, guided and active. How can someone choose where to
start? Think about the type of person you are overall, the amount of time and
dedication you have, and where your interests lie. What do you intend to get
out of meditation?
Here are some benefits from practicing:
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Relaxation
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Healing the body
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Handle
stress better
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Feel
less anxious
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Increased energy
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Improved focus
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Deeper
spiritual connection to oneself
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Increased amount of positive feelings
The goal of meditation is to quiet the mind and bring your
consciousness to the present moment. In addition, meditation helps one connect
with the inner self and increases connection to others and the whole of
creation. Meditation eases persistent mental noise, improves focus, creativity
and is calming. Almost any activity can be meditative if it absorbs your
attention and keeps you present. Let’s consider some meditation exercises:
Qigong, tai chi, yoga -
These exercises cultivate “life energy” and promote the circulation of energy
(Qi) through the focus on breathing and movement. In particular these exercises
circulate oxygen and blood. If you are interested in one of these, seek out a
qualified instructor.
Activity mindfulness -
Walking or doing other enjoyable activities such as sports, art, music or
writing promote activity mindfulness. Doing dishes, gardening or cleaning can
also be considered a meditation if we are focused and present while enjoying
the experience.
Guided meditation -
This type of meditation is where one sits and focuses on specific imagery given
by an instructor or through audio. This form of meditation is often used in
healing, as one can focus on specific parts of the body.
Sound - The focus of this
meditation is on a sound, repeated mantra or vibration.
Mantra - Mantra meditation
is repeating a mantra such as “Om” or “Om mani padme hum.” transcendental
meditation, a very popular and well-known practice includes a mantra and is
usually practiced about 20 minutes twice a day. It might be a good idea to seek
out an instructor for transcendental meditation, as it has specific techniques
that might require a higher level of assistance.
Sitting - Sitting meditation
is very common and can incorporate focus on sound, a mantra or breathing.
Practices tend to originate from Buddhism, and established positions, such as
the lotus, have been taught to encourage deeper inner connection.
Binaural Beats -
This is a modern addition to the meditation circle. Binaural beats are special
frequencies that put the brain into meditative states such as alpha or theta.
The frequencies, which synchronize brain waves, have benefits such as increased
awareness. Binaural beats tend to quickly enhance mood. They can be found
easily using an Internet search.
If you are ready for meditation, start slowly with one that looks
enjoyable. Better yet, start right now by looking around you or going through
every part your body with thoughts of appreciation.
New York Sports Acupuncture
Bishara Wilson, L.Ac., MSTOM, C.SMA
888.375.5444
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