Imagine this:
You check-in at a beautiful resort, and you are so excited, wanting to immerse yourself in all the activities offered- right away! But then, you decide that you want to partake in something different. You enter the exercise room and discover a class in session-- a group of participants sitting on the floor, eyes closed, and chanting…
So naturally, you are trying to figure out what the heck is going on? Well, more than likely, the participants are practicing meditation!
If you are new to the concept of meditation, you are probably wondering why it has seemingly become more prevalent in Western culture in just recent years. The practice of meditation is by no means new! Meditation is an ancient tradition believed to have originated in India around 5,000 years ago. While its origin has ties to different religious teachings, the practice nowadays is more about raising consciousness to achieve purpose, peace, and harmony. When practiced with consistency and with intention, meditation is a very effective way to reduce stress. In our current social climate, people are looking for more ways to find peace within, and meditation has proven to be very helpful in maintaining it!
If you are considering a meditation practice, there are many types to consider. To give you an idea of what is available, here are nine of the most popular meditation practices:
• Spiritual Meditation
• Mindfulness Meditation
• Mantra Meditation
• Movement Meditation
• Focused Meditation
• Transcendental Meditation
• Progressive Meditation
• Loving-Kindness Meditation
• Visualization Meditation
There are many resources available online that provide excellent information about each of the meditation practices listed above. The best advice would be to find one that you feel most comfortable practicing. If you enjoy what you are practicing, your set intentions will become a reality. So go ahead and get started- and watch the shift happen!
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