45 minsHow can Meditation help me?
We live in very stressful times. Between work pressure, family, friends, loved ones, responsibilities, and so on we all have a lot going on at all times.
Meditation can help you clear out the mind and relax long enough for it to process all the emotions and stimulus that it receives.
Types of meditation classes
Contrary to some beliefs, meditation is not necessarily about chanting and reciting prayers all the time. It can be the act of emptying your mind, attaining peace and calm, and coming into your own truth.
And if that sounds nice then you’re probably thinking: Where can I find a meditation class near me that suits me? Is there even a centre for meditation near me or will I have to commute? Well fear not because there’s only good news for you on these fronts. There are many types of meditation centres that offer a style that you will like. Some of these are:
- Chakra meditation: Guided focus towards harnessing our body’s seven chakras.
- Focused meditation: Focused meditation involves concentrating on something with one of your five senses. For instance, staring at a flame or counting beads.
- Kundalini meditation: The practice of harnessing your own innate divine energy through patient practice.
- Mantra meditation: As the name suggests, this involves holding your focus by reciting a mantra.
- Mindfulness meditation: In mindful meditation, you pay attention to the thoughts that pass through your mind or the sensations you are experiencing.
- Movement meditation: This kind of meditation is for people who find peace in being active. It can involve anything from walking to gardening.
- Spiritual meditation: In these sessions, you seek a deeper connection with God in spiritual meditation, somewhat like praying.
- Transcendental meditation: A more developed form of mantra meditation, transcendental meditation aims at transcending thoughts and reaching a state of pure awareness.
Should I look for a meditation class near me?
Yes, finding a centre close to your home will make it easier for you to attend regular classes. By committing to a regular practice, you can enjoy a lot of health benefits, including:
- Improving your quality of life through self-awareness and emotional health
- Sharpening your concentration and enhancing your perception
- Helping you deal with stress, anger, and anxiety more constructively
- Reducing blood pressure and inflammatory disorders
- Relief from stress-related migraines and headaches
Thinking about skipping the meditation centre and doing it yourself?
If you prefer to avoid a meditation centre, you can start off on your own. Here are some pointers to keep in mind:
- Find a peaceful place like a garden, a park, or an empty room
- Choose a time when you’re least likely to be disturbed by calls or messages
- Wear loose clothes and find a comfortable seated position. You can keep your hands on your lap, on your side or on your knees. Relax your body starting with your toes and move upwards.
- Focus on your breathing, slowly exhaling and inhaling as you think about the oxygen entering your body
- You might also like to try a guided meditation app
