Meditation

[HyperTek]

Who here meditates?

Im in the situation where I always have crap on my mind, and i find it hard to concentrate on things im bored with/or dislike doing.. people getting on me, and having tons of things to do just eventually lead me to poor concentration on things I need to do *look for a job, study material etc* and it was suggested to me to try meditation.

Advice or tips would be welcomed. Just seeing who else does it, should it help me?

[WISH ONE]

My parents are real into this, they really feel it helps them, I have yet to legitimately try it.

[daryl337]

Why yes, I've tried masterba- oh. Wait.







Nvm.

[drift freaq]

I meditate from time to time. I do not do as often as I should. Its a real stress reliever. If you go for a hard run and only concentrate on the running, it will have a meditative effect.
Of course its better to do that on trails outdoors its just not the same on a treadmill. LOL

I find quite often when I am stressed out and I go for a run in the afternoon/evening I feel a lot more relaxed and not bothered by the days issues.
Running like meditating takes discipline.

If you are beginner at it meditating only try to do it for 5-10 minutes. Which will seem like eons. LOL
Once you get used to it you can go longer. I used to do it more than I do know. Of course up until a few months ago I would run on an almost daily basis.
I should get back into it( the meditating).

I will get back into the running as soon as I can. After I eliminate the Siatica.

[xsidewayzx]

Oops! Double post...sorry

[xsidewayzx]

My type of meditation is running in the trail by myself. Appreciating the environment, being one with earth. LOL! Minus the last part.

[ronmcdon]

I would say a good way to start out would be just to close your eyes,
sit in a comfortable position, breathe regularly, and focus on your breathing.
Lot of ppl also think counting the breathing helps.
Keep in mind it's not the same thing as spacing out (might as well be taking a nap).

I think that meditation is just about clearing your mind by hyper-focusing on one thing.
It can be a great way to relax and clear your mind of anxieties.

'Tai Chi' is the closest thing that works for me as meditation.

nothing helps me relax mind and body so well

http://www.trip-to-china.com/pics/taichi2.jpg

[gearhead55]

Yea as others have said, they way i best "meditate" is through doing something physical that i can focus completely on and clear my mind. Surfing, snowboarding, skating, running, etc. I am not very good at clearing my mind without doing a physical activity.

that being said it does wonders for relaxing me and getting my head right.

[TheWolf]

Tai Chi is very good for me... it's a good workout if done right as well..

if I need to hyperfocus on a task like studying. I've found brainsync very helpful in studying for my classes. If you want some mp3's of it to sample I'll be glad to send you some. Need headphones for it though.

[ESmorz]

I for one like to put on a Raga fresh out of the shower and lay spread eagle, butt naked, in the middle of my floor.

[WISH ONE]

Sounds dope^ I need to try this lol.

For me meditation should just be nothingness. Not physical activity or thinking about running or anything else just meditation

[Devius]

I do this pretty often. Maybe not in the "Traditional" way as others might, like feng shui, taichi, etc. What i like to do is turn off all the lights, turn on theopod player and play alot of smooth instrumentals (Shin-ski, Nujabes, Fat john, minmi, etc.) and just chill. helps me relieve stress and calms my nerves. id probably be bald right now if it wasnt for that

[fyneyoungstunna]

I meditate. Because of my career i come across all different types of mediation or people who practice. There really are two extreme's: the ones who go over the top with it, and the ones who lose the initial meaning of a true mediation.

boding balls are a good way for the first-timer to get into mediation. Guided mediation can be good as well, although for me its just irritating and for some reason brings out anger issues. Good luck on your quest! Only YOU can find what works for YOU!

[KOUKIboy]

I always sit in a dead quiet room, and be with myself with my thoughts, meditation always helps me take my stress away and I can also feel more relaxed throughout my day...Namaste......

[theicecreamdan]

Sometimes I go sit on a cliff over the beach, and watch waves coming in.

I also watch dolphins being lazy, and paragliders.