Meditation is focusing on one single thought - for example, to achieve harmony and complete happiness. There are many varieties of this psychological technique. The goal of all these methods is the introduction of a person into a state of physical and mental relaxation. So, meditation: the mood for healing and healing of the body is the topic of discussion for today.
The healing effect of meditation
The medicinal effect of meditation on health has long been confirmed by studies conducted in a number of prestigious medical and research centers around the world. Noteworthy in particular, the work of Harvard University of reason and body. After a few weeks of meditation practice, all subjects (and there were more than 5,000 of them) experienced a significant improvement in their health, especially in the case of diseases such as hypertension, cardiac arrhythmia, migraine, insomnia. Observations were not stopped, and over time the results were even more amazing. It has been proven that meditation increases the level of serotonin in the brain (the so-called happiness hormone), increases self-esteem, self-confidence, improves memory and concentration, reduces vulnerability to stress, adds vitality, reduces anxiety. It also strengthens the resistance of the human body to respiratory infections and positively affects the overall health of the body.
People who practice meditation are less likely to get sick, have more harmonious relations with the surrounding world, with the family, achieve higher results in work and quickly restore strength. In addition, meditation helps to deal with stress more easily - conflict resolution is more justified and accurate.
Meditation - rest for everyone
Everyone can meditate, regardless of gender, age or education. But if you do not know how to do it, here are a few simple ways below. You can meditate for one minute, five minutes or twenty. Obviously one thing: the more you do it, the faster the results. But more importantly, the time of meditation is its quality. You can practice meditation absolutely anywhere: at home, at work or on a walk. For beginners, we suggest, however, to start doing this in a relaxed environment, away from noise.
In a state of complete relaxation, you can also make a move: go or dance. Meditation in dance is recommended especially for women. This, however, does not mean that you need to learn some specific movements. The main rule of meditation is relaxation and spontaneity. Dance the way you feel! You can do this under your favorite music, but the "guru" in meditation questions state - it is better to meditate in silence. In silence, you receive more distinct signals sent by the body and the psyche. Every day they are addressed to us, but we simply do not notice them. It is during meditation that we are given a chance to know ourselves and listen to the voice of our inner self.
Each element is good for meditation. The most important thing is that you feel comfortable. But you must keep a straight back - the spine and head should be on the same line. You can sit on a pillow or squatting, putting a pillow between your hips. You can lay your foot on the leg or straighten your legs. You can also meditate lying down, but not in the evening, because you can just fall asleep, and in the process of meditation you must be completely conscious. Take care of the comfort of your clothes, make sure that you do not have anything to press, loosen the buttons, remove the strap.
Morning meditation improves our relationships with people throughout the day. The evening, on the contrary, allows you to look inside yourself and summarize what was done for the day - what happened to you, what you managed to do and what you missed. It is very good to practice meditation together with a partner. This deepens the relationship, acts in a curative way to strengthen them, especially in a crisis. It is not necessary that in the meditation process you should think alike. The mood and the message can be different - the essence remains the same. You, together, know yourself, each other and comprehend your life. This is akin to the current Tantra, where the partners jointly know themselves.
What should we think about when meditating?
In the beginning, you will always be overcome by real everyday thoughts. Do not fight them. Over time, you will learn to purify your mind of everything superfluous, focusing on the basic question. During meditation, you may have different feelings, not always pleasant: anger, irritation, resentment. Instead of fleeing from these feelings, accept them and find out their cause. Admit to yourself that you are not perfect and you can be angry, offended and annoyed. Try to understand what is behind these feelings, to whom exactly are they addressed - maybe to yourself? Do not get too upset if you start crying, breathing quickly. This is a natural reaction in a situation where we accept our negative emotions, which we usually try to hide even from ourselves.
Pay attention to what comes to mind in addition to the main stream of thoughts. Do not ignore these "imperfect" and strange at first glance images. On the contrary, focus on them, think about why they came. This can be very important for you in the future. For example, you are tuned to a cure for the disease, and thoughts come to mind about the upcoming vacation - where to go, how much it will cost, etc. perhaps your mind itself tells you the way. Listen to yourself - within us lies the great power of healing and healing the body. Go on vacation - it can help you faster than a lot of doctors.
Daily Meditations
Here are simple methods that you can practice anywhere and anytime. Meditation is available to everyone and everywhere - eventually you will master it.
While eating
Prepare the table. The tablecloth should be clean, dry, pleasant for you color. You put a plate of food (it's best for the dish to be diverse, colorful, fragrant), sit in front of it and breathe deeply and exhale three times, repeating: "I breathe easy, I breathe out with a smile, I love to eat it." Then, looking at the food, you will feel all its attractiveness, taste its aroma. Concentrate on the thought that this food will give you strength, health, energy. Prepare to let it all in, let your body want to heal and get the coveted food. Do not hurry. Close your eyes and smell. You can smell with your eyes closed or with your eyes open - while your eyesight and sense of smell are stimulated.
Gradually you will achieve complete relaxation. Then put a piece in your mouth and focus all your attention on just one taste. Start chewing very slowly, preferably about 40 chewing movements. Wait a minute before moving on to the next item. You can drink a sip of water at this time, but this is not necessary. If you have enjoyed enough the first piece - slowly eat the whole serving. Focus on the taste, smell, texture of food. Stand up from the table full, but without a feeling of heaviness in the stomach. Meditating and meditating at the table, you will soon see that with every meal you eat less and less. Real mediums can eat up just a couple of bananas a day and still feel great.
When washing dishes
Roll up your sleeves and dip your hands into warm water. Do not rush to start washing and cleaning. Focus on the sensation of heat emanating from the water. Pick up a plate or a cup, feel its smoothness. Wipe it clean, swipe your hand over the shiny surface. Do not hurry. After washing the plate behind the plate, concentrate only on the process itself. Look how the dishes become smooth, pleasant to the touch. Do not think about anything else. Thus, you will act with every cup, spoon, bowl. Do not hurry. Do not think about anything other than what you do. When you are finished, you will feel such a burst of energy, as if you just got enough sleep from the heart. You will relax, doing routine work. This is possible if you have meditation.
On a walk
During meditation, when walking, you need to move a little slower than usual. Adapt your breathing to the pace of the step, count your steps mentally and breathe in to them in time. You can say aloud: "Inhale, inhale, inhale - exhale, exhale, exhale." If the lungs do not require 3, but 4 steps - take a breath in four steps. Inhalation and exhalation should not be the same length. Inhalation can last 3, and exhalation - 4 steps. If you see something beautiful on the way, for example, a flower, a bird - stop and look at it for a while. Do not stop breathing, so as not to miss the right thought and mood for healing. If you want to continue the walk - move again. If during walking you feel happy, peaceful - then you are meditating correctly. Such a walk will give you maximum benefit. It is very good, if at the same time with you will be a favorite animal - a dog, for example.
Meditation at home
Start with a 15-minute meditation. Every day, extend its duration to half an hour.
1. Sit in the lotus position: the left foot on the right thigh and vice versa. You can also squat.
2. Straighten your back, pull your belly slightly, keep your head straight.
3. Close your eyes a little.
4. Take a few deep breaths, then breathe naturally. Try to focus on your breathing, counting the breaths from 1 to 10. If you get lost or make a mistake in the calculation, do not panic, just start from the very beginning.
5. Let your thoughts and emotions flow freely. Do not participate in this process "from under the stick" or by filing someone else. Only in this way will you achieve the goal of meditation - the mood for healing and healing of the body.