Tips for Creating a Daily Practice Read the list and notice the tips that most resonate with you. Try those first!
Joining a local group class can be a great way to learn foundational meditation techniques, meet like-minded people, and get into a regular groove. There is a reason why it’s often easier to meditate in a group or while listening to a guided recording. Being in the presence of a centered teacher with whom we resonate offers the opportunity to see, feel, and even match their meditative depth and helps us learn what’s possible in our own meditation space. Be sure to choose a teacher who feels right for you. Even a well-known teacher, although highly recommended, may not be your right match. It's super important to follow your inner guidance on this one! If attending a class locally is not an option, there's been an explosion of online support for building a meditation practice. You can choose from a variety free and paid meditation apps. One app I’ve tried and continue to use is Headspace. They offer a 10-pack foundations meditation series for free with the option of subscribing to access other meditation packs focused on specific topics such as Creativity, Acceptance, and Relationships. Another popluar free app that I use is Insight Timer. This app includes free guided meditations, paid content, and a timer feature that allows you to create meditation timers with signal sounds at different points in the meditation. For example, if you create a 15-minute meditation timer, you can program a sound to go off at each five-minute interval. I find this helpful to bring me back to focus on days when I'm more challenged to stay present. If you don't have access to a group meditation circle, using one of these apps can be the next best thing. Let your intuition guide you to one that resonates with you. Branching Out If seated meditation just doesn’t speak to you, or if you want to supplement your seated meditation practice, other ways of cultivating a meditative space include journaling, walking in nature, sound meditation or drumming, intuitive drawing, and mindful movement practices such as yoga or intuitive dance. How’s It Going? I would love to know how your meditation practice is going and if you found any of these tips helpful. Please use the contact link below to send your impressions. I do my best to read and reply to all responses. |
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