"Through intellect one seeks...through Meditation one finds!"~KCH
Meditation is an intentional mode of consciousness used to realize unlimited possibilities. It is an ancient practice found in all Eastern and Western Spiritual Disciplines. The practice of meditation is simple and can be used either in solitude or in a group setting. There are many types of meditation, for the purpose of this blog we focus on seated meditation techniques used to withdraw one's senses and mind from the external world in order to rest in the inner world of self.
Through the practice of regularly stilling the body and mind one comes to a place of knowing, awareness which manifest outwardly as an abundance of limitless possibilities. The benefits of meditation can be outlined and researches have been mapping them for several decades now, however each practitioners experience is as unique as the individual. Your outcome from the experience is largely dependent upon your dedication to the practice and your intent. With any method of meditation you bring your whole self - mind, body, spirit...your history and understanding of the world around you. In the stillness you touch your inner resources...your reality.
Beginners Meditation:
A simple meditation for beginners is to find a quiet and comfortable place, free from outside distractions. Light a candle and set a timer for a specified number of minutes and commit to sitting for the duration of time chosen, ex. 3,7, 9 or 11 minutes. Set a mental intention, for example - "to know stillness" (mentally say to yourself "I will know stillness"). Sit comfortably, close your eyes and relax by taking several deep breaths. Your mind will unwind by running through past, present and even future thought patterns...when you remember bring your attention back to the conscious act of breathing in and out. Your thoughts may reel alternately with your becoming aware of your breath throughout your entire session - this is normal and the more you practice the more easily you will find the still moments.
