Nino Y.
I focus on my breathing. Counting each inhale and exhale until I reach ten. Then, I start back at 1. If thoughts distract
...How do you fight sleepiness during meditation?
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Frequently asked questions about Meditate
Do you use guided meditations or prefer practicing on your own?
Oliver X.
Personally, I started out with guided meditations. My mind was all over the place and I needed the extra guidance, and distraction –
...I have a small bed sit so having a specific place to meditate or pray that is separate from everything else is difficult. Any ideas on how to make one tiny area of a room feel special/sacred and separate from the day to day?
Alina U.
Yes, take a corner of the room. If you could fit a very small table where u could place a couple of crystals
...How long would you suggest a 12 year old to meditate for? And when?
Maura Z.
Depends on the 12 year old and what meditation is being taught. For a mentally and physically healthy 12 year old I would
...Do you ever fall asleep when meditating? Or have out of body experiences?
Jan Peter Z.
Yes, just last night I fell asleep meditating. I decided it would be better to mediate in the morning or midday to
...How can I meditate in order to fall asleep quicker and have a deep sleep?
Milo Y.
We’ve been using the Headspace app for the past couple of months for morning meditation, and started using it before sleep about a
...How did you learn to sit comfortably? I am really squirmy.
Alfredo T.
It takes practice but the best way is to use the squirmyness as an anchor for your mind to observe & let go.
...Is it okay to meditate in bed to build habit?
Wladimir F.
I find it easier to commit to meditation if I allow myself to do it in bed, however, I think my meditation is
...Whenever i try to meditate I feel like giving up.. I sit and close my eyes.. Then I feel bored.. Need some good tips..
Guenther A.
Try downloading the insight Timer app. There are a lot of guided meditations that can help you learn how to do different kinds
...Is it still meditation when you direct your thoughts to what you want the future to look like, or is that just day-dreaming?
Debbie E.
I think it is yes. If you are thinking about the future while meditating you are not focusing on the present and bringing
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