Beginner's Guide to Meditation: Meditating the Right Way

By Christopher Olive

Description

 

Do you want to try meditation, but you're not sure where to get started? Do you worry that you won't be able to sit still for long periods or clear your mind? Did you try meditation previously, and it just didn't work for you? Or, maybe you fell out of your routine and wish to start again. If so, Beginner's Guide to Meditation is the guide you need to get started. 

 

Meditation is the practice of training your brain and controlling out-of-control, wandering thoughts. These thoughts drift to the past and future, causing you to obsess and worry. An effective session will help bring you fully into the present and reduce your anxiety about the things in your life you can't control.

 

Meditation can help you boost your mood, lower cortisol levels, and blood pressure, and help you achieve deeper, more restful sleep. It can increase feelings of well-being and self-worth, as well as a deeper connection with the universe. 

 

This guide will help you learn various methods for focusing your mind, becoming aware of yourself and your surroundings. It includes many helpful tips for finding a relaxing location, inside or outside, choosing what to wear and what you should do with your hands. 

 

You'll also gain insight into the origins of meditation, from its beginnings in ancient Hinduism to its usage in our busy world. You'll learn how current practitioners utilize traditional practices for the hectic schedule of modern life.

 

These techniques are vital for our fast-paced culture. Every day, your flight or fight mode is activated by stressors like public speaking, awful traffic, conflicts with coworkers, and many others. Your stress reaction being active so often can cause chronic stress, which can lead to many negative side-effects, like high blood pressure and depression.

 

Meditative practice can give you the tools you need to teach your body coping skills and reduce your stress and the harm it causes you. You can condition your brain to react differently to everyday stressors and improve your overall resiliency.

 

Some practitioners have been able to achieve heightened awareness and discover a deeper meaning in their lives. Others have found more joy in their daily activities. Each journey is personal and specific to an individual and their goals. This book will help you get started.

 

You'll also learn:

 

How to set up your altar, as well as what types of objects you can use to enhance your session.

The four primary positions for meditating, lying down, sitting, standing, and walking, and how to use them effectively. 

11 Different types of meditation.

How to choose a time of day for your practice based on your personal goals.

How often you should meditate and when you will start feeling the benefits of your practice.

How to incorporate mindfulness and meditation in your daily routine while doing chores, gardening, and more!

Helpful tips, do's and don't's, and ideas to help you continue growing once you have the basics down.

And more! 

 

Don't wait to start your practice and improve your life through mindfulness. There are many ways to meditate, and I'm confident that you will find a method that works for you. Let's get started!

 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Christopher Olive
• Release date: Sep 22, 2021
• ISBN: 9798201520724

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Beginner’s Guide to Meditation

Meditating the Right Way

Christopher Olive

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1: Origins of Meditation

What is Meditation?

Ancient Practice of Meditation

Meditation in Recent History

Modern Meditation

Chapter 2: Benefits of Meditation

Meditation Improves Mood and Lowers Stress

How Meditation Will Help You Sleep Better

Meditation and Your Brain

A Healthy Mind. A Healthy Body.

Other Benefits of Meditation

Chapter 3: Getting Started

Creating a Special Place

Essential Things to Consider When Choosing a Space

Meditating Outdoors

Building an Alter and Personalizing Your Space

Meditative Positions

Lying Down

Sitting

Standing Up

Walking

Final Thoughts

Chapter 4: Focus

Getting Your Body Ready

Guided Meditation

Mindfulness

Breathing

Focused

Visualization

Loving-Kindness

Body Scan

Mantra

Transcendental

Spiritual

Movement

Chapter 5: A Consistent Practice

How Often Should I Meditate?

How Can I Incorporate Meditation into My Routine?

When Will I Benefit?

Chapter 6: Do’s and Don’t’s

Do’s and Don’ts

Do Start Small

Don’t Beat Yourself Up

Do Wear Comfortable Clothing

Don’t Be Afraid to Experiment

Do Turn Your Phone Off

Don’t Forget to Practice Every Day

Do Pay Attention to Focus Killers

Don’t Forget to Practice Mindfulness During Everyday Activities

Common Mistakes

Forcing Your Practice

Trying Too Hard to Clear Your Mind

Myths

Myths: You Need to Clear Your Mind

Myth: You Need to