Chapter 3 – Getting Started with Meditation (part 2)

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Identify Potential Distractions

As you take the time to prepare for each meditation session, you need to perform a quick inventory to identify some of the things that can cause you to become distracted.

Check if your mind might be preoccupied with thoughts about the things that may not have gone well for you during the day. You also need to check tosee if your mind is focused on worries and stressful thoughts about the future.

To be successful, you need to clear your mind of any form of anxiety or worry, acknowledge the thoughts that might be going through your mind and the emotions you may be experiencing.

You then need to work to resolve them. You can even set a clear intention that will enable you to rise above the distractions to stay focused on the process. To adequately prepare for your meditation practice you will need to gather the following items before you begin.

A Timer

When you first begin your meditation practice, you will need to choose a convenient time to practice. You need to select a time that is most convenient for you as meditation is supposed to be a time of relaxation.

You should choose a time when you feel the freest and when you won't have any distractions. You can select a time that centers around hours of transition, such as sunrise and sunset. These are great times to practice your meditation due to the calm that prevails around these times. For a timer, you can use your phone, or download a meditation app to help you with your practice.

A Quiet Place

The place that you chose for your meditation practice should be comfortable and convenient. You need to decide on a place without any distractions. It needs to be a place where you can have some privacy during the meditation session.

Avoid distractions from the television or any other form of noise. The area you choose should also be kept clean and free from clutter. Being in a quiet and peaceful surrounding can make a huge difference in the meditation process.

Choose a Comfortable Posture

The posture you choose for your meditation practice can either lead to you feeling more focused and relaxed during the process or could lead to discomfort.

The kind of position that you use should be one that you're comfortable with and one that isideal for your body type. You need to have proper body alignment and stability of your spine, shoulders, and neck. Maintaining the appropriate alignment is vital for the process and can help in lengthening the time you are able to meditate.

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