MEDITATION SAMPLES:

MEDITATION is used in mostly all spiritual and religious traditions. The practice is beneficial for those who seek spiritual growth and a deeper connection to a spiritual force or higher power. Spiritual meditation can be practiced at home or in a place of worship.

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FOCUSED MEDITATION involves concentration using any of the five senses. You can focus on something internal like your breath, gazing at a candle, counting your breath, gazing at the moon, listening to a gong, etc. This practice is ideal for anyone who wants to sharpen their focus and attention.
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MOVEMENT MEDITATION This is an active form of meditation, the movement guides you into a deeper connection with your body and the present moment. This is good for people who want to develop body awareness. Includes: walking, gardening, qi gong, tai chi, or other forms of gentle movement.
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MANTRA MEDITATION This type of meditation uses a repetitive sound to clear the mind, ex: “OM.” Some people enjoy it because they find it easier to focus on sound than on their breath. It’s for people who enjoy repetition, but not silence.
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PROGRESSIVE RELAXATION: known as BODY SCAN MEDITATION, is a practice aimed at reducing tension in the body and promoting relaxation. This form of meditation involves slowly tightening and relaxing one muscle group at a time throughout the body. This is often used to relieve stress and unwind before bedtime.
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LOVING KINDNESS MEDITATION is used to strengthen feelings of acceptance, compassion, and kindness toward oneself and others. Saying silently to yourself “May I be at peace, happy, healthy, strong, and live on purpose.”
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VISUALIZATION MEDITATION is a technique focused on enhancing feelings of peace, and calmness by visualizing positive scenes and images using all five senses. You can also honor a beloved in mind by intending to embody their qualities.
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SILVA METHOD MEDITATION – Silva is a right-brain process. Together when used by one individual, it promotes WHOLE BRAIN THINKING. To practice:
Step 1 – Sit in a comfortable position by closing your eyes and imagining that you are looking slightly above your eye level.
Step 2 – Take a deep breath and while exhaling, visualize the number 3.
Step 3 – Take another deep breath and this time while you exhale and visualize the number 2.
Step 4 – Take another deep breath and this time while you exhale and visualize the number 1.
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TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION (TM) is a type of meditation that’s been the subject of a large scientific community. It is designed to quiet the mind and induce a state of calm and peace. It is taught by TM practitioners.