What Is Meditation?

It is a process for stilling the mind, releasing mental and emotional conditioning, increasing the vitality of the body and connecting to a universal consciousness. A variety of techniques may be used including: special postures; stillness; mental focusing on a word, sound, or the present moment; movement, dance and/or spinning; controlled or non-controlled breathing.

Why Meditate??

The Three Benefits Of Meditation

1. Relaxation
2. Purification
3. Building Energy

Why Is It Hard To Meditate?

Initially for the average person meditation is difficult. When you first commence meditating, sitting still, staying awake and focusing your mind takes some practice before it occurs easily.

The Five Enemies Of Meditation

1. Attachment
2. Aversion
3. Sleep
4. Monkey Mind
5. Doubt

  - in the teacher  
  - in the technique
  - in yourself

Types Of Meditation

Meditation falls into three broad categories:

• Stilling the Mind
• Purification
• Building Energy

Meditation Techniques

• Mantra Meditation
• Anapana/Vipassana
• Kriya Yoga
• Present Time Awareness