Suppose you have never tried meditation because you have preconceived notions about beginning a meditation practice. It’s time to get the facts.

Excuses to try or do anything in this life won’t serve you well. Don’t assume to understand something without having a clear understanding. You’ve heard the old cliche, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.”

Also, preconceived notions never pan out to what you believe. Chances are it’s something you’re hearing or fearing. Either way, it’s a terrible form to embrace negativity.

Here are some misconceptions about meditation: 

1. Meditation is a Buddhist religious practice, “I’m not a Buddhist.” 
2. I have to chant or do another embarrassing ritual. 
3. I cannot clear my mind enough to relax.
4. I don’t have the time! 
5. I’m not a religious person; meditation is spiritual.
6. It’s “hocus-pocus.” 

You may have other reasons not to try or think you cannot meditate. I’m here to tell you that meditation can change your life. It’s easy to do, and with practice, you can find yourself loving to meditate.

Now let’s talk about an easy way to get started:

1. If you’re like me, trying to quiet the mind can seem daunting. Try using headphones with meditation music. If you focus on the music, slow your breathing in through the nose and mouth. Finding tranquility is a few music bars away. 
2. To find good meditation music, I use YouTube®. 
3. One of the best places to meditate is sitting or lying in a quiet area (don’t fall asleep). Choose a spot where there will be no disruptions. This can be a challenge with children. With younger children, practice your meditation during nap times or after bedtime. Older children let them know you need time without interruption; they can go out and play. 
4. As you move forward, take a minute in your office chair, sit in the car, or anywhere you can have a few minutes to yourself. It’s not hard to find these moments. 
5. When you begin, take a few deep cleansing breaths through the nose and out through the mouth. Then, breathe nice, relaxed breaths, filling your lungs with good air and blowing out the bad. Focus on breathing until you feel comfortable. 
6. Be in the moment. Let yourself go. It may take some time but don’t stress. It comes with time and practice. It’s not hard to master, but it will happen. Don’t act like you are unique. “It won’t work for me.” Yes, it will work for you! 
7. I will lose my edge. “I need my pain.” No, you don’t! You won’t lose. 

Meditation is the best way to connect yourself with you! Learning to quiet one’s mind allows us to connect with the Universe. It’s a blessing beyond any measure. You can focus your thoughts on your minds-eye.  Opening up a whole new world of favor in your life.

When you can see yourself in the positive light you want for your life, oh my, a peace you have never experienced will come over you in waves.

The beautiful thing about meditation is that when you do stumble and fall, meditation is a tool that will help you re-center yourself. The quicker you get back to the good you, the better.

You can meditate on so many things:

• Good Health
• A happy you!
• The spiritual connection to God
• Happy Relationship
• Finding answers to life’s questions

How I incorporate my meditation practice into my life. First, I told myself this was more important to my growth than just about any other modality. My connection to God is how I like to see it. I see myself grateful for happiness, good health, and all that God has to show me in my life.

During meditation, I feel more connected to the Universe than at any other time. One huge benefit for me is having the patience to allow my life’s destiny to unfold. I am no longer forcing growth. If you don’t understand that statement, you will.

You can find time to meditate. Before work, after work, in the car (not driving of course), kids nap time, when you wake up, when you go to bed, sitting at the park, sitting by a river, just find a moment and do it.

The optimal time for me is 20 to 30 minutes. You can also do an excellent, quick, relaxing breathing exercise for sixty seconds. The more you think about time, the more time you have been meditating. This is your meditation practice, so time is irrelevant to your success. You can go for an hour or sixty seconds. Don’t worry about the time; you’ll know when you’re done.

Consistency in your practice will dictate your level of success. Find time every day, even when you have to steal it.

Get started today! Don’t think, do!

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