While many people meditate on public transportation, or in their offices at lunchtime, and in public parks, it’s helpful to find a quiet place where you won’t be disturbed. Using the same place each time triggers your association of that place with the potential to settle into your meditation. With all of that said, feel free to experiment with what works best for you and come to your own decision on an optimal meditation location.
The benefits of implementing a consistent meditation practice include an ability to oneself distance from the stressors of life and develop a deepened trust in the forces that shape our everyday existence. Meditation can also help improve focus, relationships, overall life perspective, stress levels, and, ultimately, longterm health.
This is a very common experience in the meditative process, and there is no need to get rid of thoughts; this is not the purpose of meditation. Instead, we are learning to recognize when thinking is happening, so we don't get lost in the trance of believing that those thoughts are our actual reality. A couple of techniques to steady your attention is to respond to thoughts with friendliness and acceptance, and remembering that by after being physically still for a while, your mind will gradually calm down.
Yes, absolutely! Joining a group to do guided meditations with other people is a tremendous support for your practice. It can create a rewarding sense of belonging and comfort, knowing you're not alone on the path of awakening. Our advisors are always available to help guide you through mediation and serve as your support system on your journey.
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