Enrique Z.
Nothing. Just focus on your breath. Then I imagine I am miles above the earth. I am then thankful I can sit, undisturbed,
...What do you think about when you meditate?
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Frequently asked questions about Meditate
I just have such a hard time not letting my thoughts get in the way, any suggestions?
Eileen Y.
Get into the task, if it is swimming then be in the pool and then think, if it is running – wear your
...What do people “get “out of meditation?
John B.
Meditation gives you a sense of self that isn’t prescribed by another person or ideology. It lets you get in touch with yourself
...Is there a position in which you feel more easy to concentrate?
Josephine Y.
Lying on my back with one hand on my heart feeling the rhythm.the other hand on my stomach feeling the rise and fall
...What time is needed for meditation? Should it be different in the morning and in the evening? If you sometimes fall asleep during meditation, what should you do?
Rolando E.
It’s okay to fall asleep. Meditation has one goal: to notice how you are right now. At least you are noticing you’re sleepy,
...In meditation. Is your mind supposed to be clear or can you meditate on something positive (or both)?
Hugo W.
Setting an intention at the start of your practice doesn’t mean you have to think about that intention during your meditation. Instead try
...How do you sit straight but relaxed?
Lauren Z.
There are a few things I’ve figured out to help me sit straight but relaxed. First, when sitting on the floor or ground
...When meditating are there easier ways to focus instead of visualizing my breath? I have a hard time concentrating and keeping my mind from wandering when meditating. Does this get better with practice? And what are tips to get better?
Kelly Z.
Don’t think about it as being ‘easier’ or ‘harder’ or having a ‘goal’ from meditation. This is something I heard when I began
...Sometime, while meditating I feel the urge to open my eyes. It’s better to open them or trying to focus harder?
Leslie B.
You don’t have to try to focus. Keep your eyes closed, and gently observe all of your sensations without striving to focus
...How do you know when you’re comfortable enough to start meditating without a guided meditation?
Eugen F.
For me, it’s when I continue to meditate long after the guided meditation has ended. Once I see that I can use the
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