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mikesteem (59) · 6 years ago

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razvanelulmarin (72) · 8 years ago

Also from my very limited experience:
Don't give up after 5 minutes. Stay with it. For me it doesn't click for the first 10 minutes either, afterwards, the sea of my mind calms down and....boom. MAGIC

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

You're absolutely right! Especially for beginners, it seems very hard to stay focused for more than a couple of minutes (and time feels even longer when you're doing nothing!) thanks for your input & keep it up!

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brainstorage (29) · 8 years ago

I believe the best way to start out is two links based on "Vipassana" practice.
Theories & practice from "beginner" to "advanced".
Golden links in my opinion !

http://www.vipassanadhura.com/whatis.htm
http://www.vipassanadhura.com/howto.htm

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calaber24p (74) · 8 years ago

I have anxiety and a panic disorder and always wanted to use meditation as many people say it works, but the few times I have tried it, I went into a panic attack. I think maybe I was just thinking too much on my heartbeat and my internal thoughts or maybe I was in a bad state. Its been a while since that and I think I should try it again. Im trying to become a healthier person, so im going to book mark this and come back to it later in the week when I get some free time to try it out. I know theres also a few youtube channels dedicated to helping beginners meditate.

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

Sit comfortably, maybe put on some music, and Try focusing on your breath and breathing constantly. When you focus strongly on your breath, you keep your mind busy and don't think about other stuff or stress yourself. I think this would be better for you than thinking of nothing.
Anyway, meditation is a great help for anxiety so you should definitely give it another try. But don't force yourself. Just do it when you feel like it! Let me know if it worked, I'll be very interested to know!

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all-of-us (48) · 8 years ago

I also have a social anxiety and have suffered from depression for most of my 41 years, I've tried many drugs and they all come with there own problems, mainly withdrawal.
I've been using the Headspace app for a little while now and I must say it has helped me start to understand I am capable of controlling my thoughts and feelings, it just takes some hard work just like everything else.

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jeska (37) · 8 years ago

You can also try starting with some guided meditations. Sometimes having something to focus on (i.e. someone else's words) can be hugely helpful. Look into Loving Kindness Meditation. Or perhaps Yoga Nidra. There are lots of options out there (check Spotify, YouTube, etc.), you just have to find the one that works best for you!

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daysaiyan (0) · 8 years ago

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

I just saw that you don't have a post yet, but once you have one tag me and I'll upvote as well :)

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timsaid (74) · 8 years ago

I will be honest. I was someone who was convinced that meditation is a waste of time. One day I met someone who showed me how wrong I even was. We can mediate everywhere and anytime. Ever since then I try to take my time and focus on my breathing.

Thank you for your work!

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orly (41) · 8 years ago

I recently met some Krishna guys at a festival and they taught me an interesting meditation technique.
It consist of repeating a mantra (out loud) 108 times while counting the repetitions with your fingers on a wood pearl chain thing.
They say the point is that your senses are busy thinking about, saying, hearing yourself say, and counting the mantra so it helps keeping your mind from racing wildly.
It worked quote well for me, so if you find your mind constantly wandering off when trying to just focus in your breathing, this is something you can try to keep your senses busy.
After doing this a few times, I found that I can just mumble the mantra a few times while walking on the street or doing other routine stuff and even that helps to some effect. Also, it made Zazen easier because it introduced me to the state of mind I was looking for.
Good luck clearing your mind!

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

I've never heard of this technique but it sounds very very interesting. Thank you very much for sharing this experience!
Yes you're right, it's sometimes hard to clear your mind and get into that meditative state, and I can imagine how keeping your senses busy will help. That's a very interesting point. Thanks again for sharing & good luck to you too on your journey. Namaste

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agent (59) · 8 years ago

What an amazing post! Thanks so much for all that effort you put into writing this post. Very valuable information that will help a lot of people!

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

thanks <3

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vladikras (57) · 8 years ago

Thank you for sharing this! When I meditate I'm focusing on my breathing and how the air flow through my body . Working very well for me 👌🏼

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rggreen (0) · 8 years ago

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

Thank You, i just Upvoted you welcome to Steemit, Join ---> https://www.facebook.com/groups/397766613731804

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all-of-us (48) · 8 years ago

I've been using an app called Headspace for a little while, and I must say even after a few days you can start to feel the benefits.
My biggest problem was and still is consistency, i'll get up late, get home late or be too busy! all personal excuses of course... But I shall not give up! I need a peaceful mind right now far more than I need money.

thanks for posting!

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busser (64) · 8 years ago

I meditate when my wife says long speeches to me. It always helps.

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robi-rusmana (49) · 8 years ago

awesome @sirwinchester

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mahekg (55) · 8 years ago

I m a big fan of meditation but unfortunately I don't hav time to do it..
Upvote if you are the same

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

Everybody is busy, you just have to make time for it ;)
Take 20 minutes out of your day and try it!

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sune (51) · 8 years ago (edited)

Take some time for it, and you will be rewarded with even more time afterwards!
When your mind is clear, you do things more efficient and faster.

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all-of-us (48) · 8 years ago

My problem also... the truth is you do have time, you just need to make it

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jenny-3 (40) · 8 years ago

I've been practicing meditation daily for about 3 months now, and it really works - it relaxes you and changes your perspective on a lot of things. Everyone should try it at least once!

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

100% with you on this! it REALLY works, only 90% of people never try it!

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julwern002 (25) · 8 years ago

there should be more posts like this on steemit! keep it up!

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

thanks! :D

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maxflender (37) · 8 years ago

“Let me tell you what I lost through meditation: sickness, anger, depression, insecurity, the burden of old age, the fear of death. That is the good of meditation, which leads to nirvana.”

That quote is so deep I love it

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

that's one of my favorite buddha quotes too

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jack-f (43) · 8 years ago

loved your post, I have been very unhappy with my christian upbringing lately, and maybe it's time to try something else and read a little about buddhism and practice meditation. thanks for your inspiration.

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

thanks for your feedback! It's always good to try something new, let me know how it went!

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mandyrose (25) · 8 years ago

I've never tried this but sounds very interesting. Just "thinking of nothing" seems to be very hard, anybody have experience with that? Can you really do it?

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

It only seems hard in the beginning, but it's actually not that difficult. Whenever you have a thought, just top thinking about it, let that thought pass by.

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jeska (37) · 8 years ago

I came here to address exactly this. I have studied a few different forms of meditation (including partner meditations, and walking meditations), though none of them in depth. For me, "thinking of nothing" is always the hardest part.

I have been offered a few tricks that I have found helpful:

If a thought enters, picture a sky full of clouds, and let that thought drift away with the wind.
Similarly, you can envision a stream or a river and let your thoughts float downstream.
Sometimes, if they are important thoughts, I put them in a (visualized) box at my feet so I can return to them when I'm done meditating.
If visualizations are not your thing, then focus on the sensation of the breath coming and leaving through your nose. Focus on what it feels like for the air to pass through your nostrils, both in and out.

Often, the way meditation is spoken about can often seem overwhelming. But there are so many ways to get the benefit without the struggle. Hopefully you'll find your "right way"!

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timothyd (25) · 8 years ago

I'll try this tonight, let's see how it goes

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

awesome! glad I could inspire you to try this

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tylerstevens (25) · 8 years ago

meditation can even help prevent heart disease, and reduces pain - WOW! This should be known much more, I'm sure a lot more people would try it out then

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

true, if the benefits were more widely known, more people could take advantage of it! That's why I try to share my knowledge here on steemit!

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soldier (71) · 8 years ago

Thank you for this important information. It will change many lifes!!!

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jul762 (25) · 8 years ago

I have a friend who meditates everyday, he keeps bugging me to try it, maybe it's finally time to test it myself now^^

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

yes you should try it! It's worth it!

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dansteven (31) · 8 years ago

how did you stumble upon meditation? would love to hear your story!

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

I was interested in spirituality after traveling the world, and I guess meditation just kind of found ME :)

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evast (49) · 8 years ago

I can't do lotus position, my knees always hurt like hell!!

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

haha don't worry, normal cross-legged sitting is fine too! Or half lotus even

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kevinbr (33) · 8 years ago

Upvoted + followed, you really know your stuff. great posts so far, keep it up !

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

thanks for your feedback!

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emily-s (25) · 8 years ago

I've always wanted to try meditation, maybe this post is the reason to start today ;)

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

this was a sign for you ;)

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taylorcb (49) · 8 years ago

When I try to meditate, I only see black lol. Nothing happens :/ Maybe I have to wait longer ?!

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

that's normal as a beginner, just try to wait a little longer and don't give up! Just try reminding yourself not to get attached to your thoughts, again and again, and you will then achieve the meditative state.

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jacob-still (33) · 8 years ago

I don't think this works.. all those effects on your body? simply through imagining something and sitting still?
But thx for your effort anway, and if it helps you, keep it up.

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

please check the link that I posted above of the 76 scientific reasons. meditation really IS good for your body. I know it seems hard to imagine, but meditation is much deeper than we think ;) it truly has great power.

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sune (51) · 8 years ago

It works, and for much more than we're currently aware of. Read this article, quite mind blowing stuff:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/aditi-nerurkar-md-mph/meditation-genes_b_3276602.html

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jeska (37) · 8 years ago

There is LOTS of academic research being done about the measurable benefits of meditation. Check out Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction techniques. And you don't have to believe it for it to be true, but it might be more effective. :)

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stevemitchell (25) · 8 years ago

very informative, thank you for sharing this information paired with your personal experience!

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

thanks for your feedback!

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steemwitherika (31) · 8 years ago

Sorry but I don't have time for stuff like this, sitting around for 1 hour, thinking of nothing.

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

well, it's not about sitting around and doing nothing. If your day is so busy, it can help you release all the tensino and help you relax.. Try it at least once, for 20 minutes, and tell me how it felt ;)

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all-of-us (48) · 8 years ago

as little as a couple of minutes is a good start

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katiebell (42) · 8 years ago

I didn't know that meditation had THIS many benefits, thats crazy!! it should be practiced in schools!

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

I know, right? You wouldn't even imagine so many benefits from a simple technique like that. it's truly amazing.

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tsarp4 (25) · 8 years ago

thank you for sharing this helpful advice (Y) I'll try it out

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

let me know how it went!

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wildflower3 (40) · 8 years ago

That Dalai Lama video is awesome, if he does this, it has to be beneficial

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

haha that's true! He is an amazing personality, I hope to meet him one day

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annie-kim (25) · 8 years ago

this is some great stuff, keep it up. love to read about mindfulness and meditation.

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sirwinchester (75) · 8 years ago

thanks for your feedback and compliment!

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budgetbucketlist (67) · 8 years ago

Thanks for the tips! My mind is always all over the place, so I started to look into it 2 years ago. I wouldn't say my meditation history is a success: I am either thinking about everything someone can think about and being distracted by every fart, or I'm so zen I just fall asleep... but giving up is not my middle name: so THANKS for the post, I keep on practicing.

Can I use a bit of this space to shamelessly promote my post a bit too ;) https://steemit.com/travel/@budgetbucketlist/the-less-glamorous-side-of-traveling-how-i-escaped-an-armed-gang-rape

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sykochica (70) · 8 years ago

After practicing meditation and able to 'fall into my center,' I found massive comfort that I could retreat there whenever I wanted!

Enjoyed the post!

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steemed-open (66) · 8 years ago

That's for sharing info and your enthusiasm for meditation. I've been practicing only 5 months and I'm hooked. Makes a tremendous change in the quality of my days!

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steemzine (52) · 8 years ago

Love this post @sirwinchester and thank you for the upvote!

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