Posted by Kath on February 13, 2007, at 14:30:01
In reply to Re: Bad cupla days... » one woman cine, posted by Phillipa on February 13, 2007, at 9:55:10
> How can you sit to meditate? I have tried and just can not slow things down in my mind. Love Phillipa
Phillipa - there are various methods. You can do a visualization one - some people imagine a candle, or a lovely seashore, etc. Or you can have a calming sentence or series of words.
One method of dealing with the mind is to 'hear' what it says, then let that drift away. Say you were repeating the words "calm & peaceful" over & over VERY slowly & at intervals & you started to think of what to make for supper - you could tell yourself "I'll think about that later." then again repeat "calm & peaceful". I think an important thing with meditation is to be VERY patient with yourself. Also to start out with small doses if necessary. Say 5 minutes & increase by a few minutes each time.
:-))) hugs, Kath
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