Many of my meditation students ask me how to make meditation easier. And I completely understand that. Sometimes, it is hard to focus. And you need to take some steps to make meditation easier. Especially if it is your first time meditating. Thankfully, you can make meditation easier once you know how. When you meditate,… Continue reading How To Make Meditation Easier In 3 Simple Steps
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How To Progress in Meditation And Go Further
As a meditation teacher, my students often ask me how to progress in meditation. Before their first lesson, most of my students have only done mindfulness, and they want to know how to go further. Beyond mindfulness lies an entire world of meditation. And if the only meditation you have ever done is mindfulness, you’re… Continue reading How To Progress in Meditation And Go Further
How To Keep A Meditation Journal To Track Your Practice
In this guide we will look at how to keep a meditation journal to track your practice. Keeping a meditation journal can help you track your daily meditation practice. Plus, it can help you find ways to improve. Have you noticed how some days you have a great meditation, and other days you feel rushed… Continue reading How To Keep A Meditation Journal To Track Your Practice
What Happens In Meditation Class For First-Time Students
Most of my first-time students have one question: What happens in meditation class. They’ve read some articles about mindfulness and meditation. Some have tried a meditation app. And some know the basics of meditation. Others admit that they have absolutely no idea what to expect in meditation class, which is why I am so happy… Continue reading What Happens In Meditation Class For First-Time Students
Guided Meditation VS Silent Meditation: What’s The Difference?
Recently, many of my students have asked me to do a comparison: Guided meditation VS silent meditation. And to explain the difference. You might be surprised to hear that there is indeed a significant difference between guided meditation and silent meditation. And guided meditation is not as effective. Ever since meditation became a billion-dollar-industry in… Continue reading Guided Meditation VS Silent Meditation: What’s The Difference?
9 Meditation Secrets You Need To Know
As a meditation teacher, I’m suddenly becoming aware that there are many meditation secrets that many people are currently unaware of. It’s no surprise. Most people get their basic information about meditation from mainstream media, and mainstream media like to tell you tall tales without explaining the fine details. They miss the vital facts you… Continue reading 9 Meditation Secrets You Need To Know
What Do You Think About When Meditating?
Today, one of my online meditation students asked me, “What do you think about when meditating?” Good question. Thanks for asking. The answer really depends on the type of meditation that you are doing, because some types of meditation do involve thinking, and some involve monitoring your self-talk. Other forms of meditation, however, do not… Continue reading What Do You Think About When Meditating?
Here’s What To Do After Meditation And Before
When you start a mindfulness practice, it’s important to know what to do before meditation and what to do after meditation. There are certain things that you should do before meditation and after meditation so that you can get the most out of your practice. Before meditation is the time to create your meditation space,… Continue reading Here’s What To Do After Meditation And Before
What Type of Meditation Should I Do?
One of the first things my meditation students ask me is, “What type of meditation should I do?” If you’ve read my guide to the top meditation techniques in the world, you’ll know that there are plenty of different options to pick from. There are different meditations for all different reasons. And if you read… Continue reading What Type of Meditation Should I Do?
Why Does Meditation Make Me Angry? Expert Answers
One question I sometimes get asked as a meditation teacher is, “Why does meditation make me angry?” If you ever feel angry during or after meditation, you might be surprised. After all, isn’t meditation supposed to help you manage anger? It’s supposed to help you to relax, to be less stressed, and to feel better,… Continue reading Why Does Meditation Make Me Angry? Expert Answers
Should You Meditate On An Empty Stomach Or After Eating?
One of our newsletter readers wrote in today and asked: “Should you meditate on an empty stomach, or can I meditate after eating?” If you’re hungry, is it better to meditate before you eat, after you eat, or perhaps even while you are eating? There are both pros and cons of meditating on an empty… Continue reading Should You Meditate On An Empty Stomach Or After Eating?
How Is Meditation Supposed To Feel? Expert Answers
One of our newsletter followers wrote in today to ask, “How is meditation supposed to feel?” Good question, thanks for asking. I am presuming that you want to know what meditation should feel like so that you can determine if you are meditating correctly. Most people would answer by saying that meditation should feel relaxing.… Continue reading How Is Meditation Supposed To Feel? Expert Answers
What Is The Purpose Of Meditating In 2021 Really…?
A reader wrote in via our newsletter today and asked a great question: What is the purpose of meditating in Buddhism and in general? There are many different reasons why people meditate, and today meditation is a highly versatile thing. It can be applied to health, happiness, work life, athletic performance, and of course spiritual… Continue reading What Is The Purpose Of Meditating In 2021 Really…?
How Long To Meditate Each Day?
As a meditation teacher, lots of people ask me how long to meditate each day when practising at home. It’s a good question and one that is not always easy to answer. It depends on the reason you are meditating, how long you have been meditating for, the technique you are using (such as Chakra… Continue reading How Long To Meditate Each Day?
Why Does Meditation Make Me Tired & Sleepy?
In my online meditation lessons, many of my students ask, “Why does meditation make me tired and sleepy”? I’ll admit that I have been feeling tired when meditating myself recently. I’ve been meditating for more than fifteen years. I never used to feel tired when I meditated. Somehow, the pandemic situation makes me fall asleep… Continue reading Why Does Meditation Make Me Tired & Sleepy?
How To Find Time To Meditate When You’re Busy
One of the many questions we receive here on THE DAILY MEDITATION is: How to meditate when you don’t have time. Meditation is a fabulous tool for practicing mindfulness, reaching insights into yourself, and even reprogramming your brain. However, if you work multiple jobs and homeschool your kids, you probably don’t have the time to meditate. … Continue reading How To Find Time To Meditate When You’re Busy
Do Mindfulness Meditation Apps Work? The Truth
Do meditation apps work? Recently many of my students in my meditation lessons have been asking me that question. And as a meditation teacher with 15 years of experience in more than thirty forms of meditation, I have to say: Mindfulness apps don’t work like you think they do. Millions of people have installed mindfulness… Continue reading Do Mindfulness Meditation Apps Work? The Truth
Can You Meditate Lying Down? [We Answer]
Some of my mediation students have asked, “Can you meditate lying down?” Honestly, recently I have been meditating laying down. Why? Simply because it is easy and relaxing. Sometimes, after a hard day’s work, I just want to lie down. However, it is perhaps not ideal. And it is not traditional. The two traditional positions… Continue reading Can You Meditate Lying Down? [We Answer]
Thoughts During Meditation? Handle Them The Enlightened Way
Have you ever wondered what to do with thoughts during meditation? You might have noticed that the typical advice to “Let go of your thoughts” when meditating is actually incredibly hard. Everyone says that you should simply let those intrusive thoughts go right by you, not being disturbed by them. But is that even possible?… Continue reading Thoughts During Meditation? Handle Them The Enlightened Way
Why Meditation Is Boring To You And What To Do About It
Many people ask me why meditation is boring. And I also get asked about using meditation for boredom. And honestly, there is a fascinating link between meditation and boredom. Sure, there’s not a lot going on with meditation. You’re just sitting down focusing on your breath or perhaps on a mantra. But if you think that… Continue reading Why Meditation Is Boring To You And What To Do About It