Do you prefer meditating in silence or with music? Well, silence is golden. But using music in meditation can be very useful. It can create a soothing mood and also absorb the distractions in the background. You may want to 1) avoid using songs or dramatic classical music,...
During meditation, most people find that their attention wanders off. This can happen a lot. It's part of the process. So, when your attention wanders, instead of getting frustrated, acknowledge it and then bring your attention back to the meditation. Even if you have to do...
This week, go to a garden and use the tranquillity of nature to meditate. Sit and breathe in the fresh air and exhale out any stress. Let the sounds of nature, leaves rustling, birds chirping, be your meditation music. Notice the flowers, the plants, the trees,...
Feeling cold? Try this meditation to make yourself warmer: Imagine sitting by a fireplace and basking in the warmth. Focus on the fire, watching the flames flicker and listening to the softly crackling fire in the fireplace. Enjoy and absorb the cozy ambience as you drift...
The way you sit in meditation can often create a distraction. How about experimenting with different postures to find what works well for you? You can sit cross-legged in a lotus position or on a cushion on the floor. Or you can sit on a chair...
This week, get inspired by art. Simply, find your art inspiration, a painting, a photograph, a movie...
What do you do after you've had a meditative moment? Do you rush into the next moment? Instead of rushing off, take a moment to capture how you're feeling. Then as you make a slow transition from meditation to action, integrate that meditative feeling into...
A relaxed, refreshed, calm, clear mind! We would all love to keep a holiday state of mind for as long as possible. To make this possible, at least once a week try: - incorporating some of your holiday habits into your life. Be experimental with your...
Guided meditations are probably the easiest way to start a meditation practice. So, try online meditations or download an app, there’s so much available! All you have to do is listen and follow the instructions. But a meditation experience is more than the spoken words, it's...
When you can't seem to get rid of lingering thoughts, try this meditation exercise: Imagine the last of the day’s sun shimmering in the sky...
