How Do I Know If I’m Meditating Properly? This is an interesting question, because, how would you know? I meditate a lot, but do I experience the same and do it same way as a Buddhist monk? No, of course not, as I don’t meditate as a religious practice. But who is to say which […]
How Does Meditating Help To Balance Emotions? A lot of the time, people use meditation techniques to lower their stress levels, increase productivity, or even heal chakras, but does it actually balance emotions? In a nutshell, when you think about the different intentions you set, for your meditation practice, whether it’s lowering stress, tackling anxiety […]
How Does Meditation Relieve Stress & Anxiety? Meditation isn’t just about realigning your chakras and seeking answers from the universe. It is an exercise in relaxation, as you already know, but how does that reduce anxiety and stress? It’s in the act of meditation itself. How it works Meditation is not just another activity it […]
How Can I Find And Plan Time To Meditate? There is an old Zen saying that I love, “You should sit in meditation for 20 minutes a day. Unless you’re too busy, then you should sit for an hour.” How it works Meditation is not just another activity it is an investment that will give […]
How Can I Use Mantras During Meditation? Sometimes people think that chanting and mantras are ritualistic, when actually they’re simply anchors to help you focus. Chants and mantras are either words or phrases that help you focus on whatever it is you’re focusing on. How it works Mantras are words and phrases that allow you […]
How Should I Breathe When Meditating? “In, two, three, four. Out, two, three, four.” This is the standard you’re probably thinking of when you think of meditation. In reality, there are many different types of breathing techniques you can use, when meditating. How it works There are a number of different breathing techniques each suited […]
How Often Should I Meditate? Just as with how long you should meditate, there are questions about how often you should meditate too. How often do you need to relax in one spot, clear your mind, and focus on your breathing? How it works Start small. Take time out initially for a midweek and a […]
How Do I Set An Intention For My Meditation? Many times, we think about meditating as an act that helps calm us down, but there are many uses for meditation besides relaxation. It can help improve your mood, your energy and motivation, it can even help with widening your perspective on situations and circumstances. How […]
How Long Should I Meditate For? The first question on everyone’s mind about meditation, is usually about time. After all, there are experts who spend hours on end meditating, and the worry is that you should do the same. This isn’t necessarily the case. First off, you don’t have to take up large amounts of […]
How Should I Sit to Meditate? When you hear the word meditation, I suspect that the first thing that comes to mind, is an image of a monk in orange robes, sat cross-legged on a mountaintop. It’s the typical view we have of meditation, but it’s far from the only option we have, when choosing […]
