Contrary to what we may have heard, the process of meditation is NOT to control our minds, as the very nature of the mind IS to process thoughts. The purpose of meditation is to sharpen our focusing ability and to create a gap between our sense of self and our thoughts and emotions. Meditation is a pathway to re-gaining a sense of control in guiding our thoughts towards better-feeling ones.
My commitment to practicing meditation changed my life. With earnest effort and discipline, meditation over time pays huge dividends in the way we feel and think.
Ultimately, it is about becoming aware of our beliefs, our thoughts and the emotions they generate, because only then can we make a conscious decision to change our minds about what beliefs work …show more content…
It is perfect because it is through our breath the life force enters our bodies, so it is reacquainting ourselves with the rhythmic flow of Source energy.
Most importantly, approach this with a sense of fun! Our Spiritual journey begins and ends within.
Breath Awareness Meditation
Sit comfortably and close your eyes. Take a few moments to "simply be". Notice whatever is being experienced in the moment - sounds, physical sensations, thoughts, feelings - without trying to do anything about it. Continue like this a little while, allowing yourself to settle down.
Now bring the attention to the breath. Simply notice the breath as it moves in and out as the body inhales and exhales. Notice how the breath moves in and out automatically, effortlessly. Don't try to manipulate it in any way. Notice all the details of the experience of breathing - the feeling of the air moving in and out of the nose, the way the body moves as it breathes, etc.
The mind will wander away from the breath - that's fine, it doesn't matter. That's a part of the meditation! When you notice that you are no longer observing the breath, easily bring your attention back to