Posted by Hombre on September 28, 2010, at 0:09:26
In reply to Re: my problem with meditation, posted by linkadge on September 27, 2010, at 20:13:03
The difference between meditation and zoning out is that your mind is paying attention during meditation. That's why it's good to anchor onto your body and the sensations you feel inside of it. But instead of being "inside" your thoughts and your bodily sensations, you step back and try to observe without getting caught up in them.
One trick is to try to feel your pulse in various parts of the body. Start with the top of your head, then behind the eyes, then the back of your head, then your throat, etc slowly working your way down your body and limbs. Take your time and really try to feel for a pulse. Spend a few minutes at each point then move on. By the time you work your way down to your toes, you will be more relaxed and will have discovered more sensation in your body.
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