meditation is an ancient practice found in most religions, Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism and Islam. Prayer is probably the most practiced and best known form of meditation. Interestingly no matter how old the practice is, it is relevant even today.
There would be quite a large number of people who think meditation is ‘too tough’ and not for them. This is simply not true. It does not ask for the renunciation of our world, too much time or a religious bent of mind. It is a simple practice that can be incorporated into our daily lives to help us live a more fulfilling and happier existence.
Modern day living can be quite exhausting. The day to day stress can drain our energy, tire us and invite a whole host of problems. Things build up slowly, and over a period of time it can affect our ability to think clearly, communicate and take the right decisions. The mind gets loaded with negativity, leading to disease and depression. Negativity impacts our concentration, it erodes our self confidence and drains our enthusiasm for life. happiness becomes elusive.
But there is way. Our search for happiness may become easier if we choose the path of meditation. It is not difficult, all it requires is a little practice.
Meditation is a journey within us that helps us tap into our inner strength and find true meaning of life. It is a state of the mind, body and soul, in perfect harmony, calm, focused and aware...totally connected with our inner self. It helps us attain a state of pure consciousness that ultimately leads to bliss. It is not so easy to get to this state, but then again there are so many ways to get there. It need not always be the famous lotus pose.
You could choose to concentrate on the breath, the air flowing in and out of our bodies. Or repeat a mantra, a verse or a line or a name, either loudly or silently to gather our attention and brighten our consciousness. Or focus on an object, a pendulum, a candle, a piece of art...Interestingly meditation is also possible through movement, very slow and deliberate like yoga or tai chi. There are so many paths that lead it.
It takes practice, the mind will wander. But over time you will be able to do it. Try it, it is simple, needs no equipment and costs nothing. All you need is a little time and intent.
Maybe it will help to keep the following in mind.
- Make time for it: a few minutes each day is all you need
- Free yourself: no phones, no emails, no distractions
- Have patience: like most other skills, it needs practice
- Just do it: don’t complain, don’t put it off, start today
Courtesy: Reiki Kendra
www.reikikendra.com
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