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A Guide to Meditation for the Rest of Us |
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Posted 7/20/2010 at 3:58 PM by Alan C |
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A Guide to Meditation for the Rest of Us
By Kevin Purdy
Lifehacker.com
| Believe it or not, you can improve your concentration and slow down your day-to-day life with meditation without ever uttering the word "chakra." Incense, yoga pants, and annoying dinner conversation are also optional. All you need is your breath. |
What You'll Need?
Nothing: This is a fact. Meditation requires only a willingness to concentrate on what's happening and, in most cases, slow your mind down and follow your breath. You can do it lying down, in a chair, or using equipment and spaces you've set aside for such practice.
Optional:
A quiet, still place: For beginners, especially, a quiet room without a lot of sensory distractions is a big help. You'll likely practice with your eyes closed, but visual clutter can still feel imposing and draw your mind elsewhere as you try to settle in. Music is not at all necessary—in fact, it can be distracting at first—but could be a helpful exercise later on. |
The full intro to meditation HERE
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