Meditation/Visualization Experts? How can i clear my mind and use meditation to heal my body?
Q. I've heard that meditation and visualization can help cure problematic things within the body. Every time i try to meditate instead of visualizing what i want i visualize what i'm afraid of and what i have. Its uncontrollable. I try to calm my mind and do a self-hypnosis if you will to clear my mind completely and visualize positively but my thoughts seem to be contradictive and sparatic even during meditation. Can anyone give me any advice on how to meditate/visualize properly and positively?
Asked by Charming Sociopath - Sun Sep 6 16:18:53 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Let your thoughts be like watching a parade. Let them pass by without attaching your thought to any one...just let them go on by. Peace, Woodstock
Answered by Woodstock Singh - Sun Sep 6 16:56:04 2009

Why do meditation Gurus and their followers believe in reincarnation, soul and destiny?
Q. It is scientifically proven that meditation is stress reliever and provider of positive mental state. It helps in concentration in the study and the work. Then even after years of being in regular mediation, why do meditation gurus and their followers believe in reincarnation, soul, destiny based on previous life, etc which are not recognized by science? Cant they still see things as they are?
Asked by Curious - Thu Sep 4 09:54:26 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Excellent question! I can only comment from a Buddhist point of view, being that I haven't studied any other forms of meditation. Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche (a Tibetan Lama who taught in the US in the 1960's) was once asked, "If there is no Self, what is it that gets reborn?" He answered, "Well, I hate to tell you this, but it's mostly your bad habits." (not a direct quote, but close enough) Buddhists tend to view rebirth in two ways -- microcosmic (the moment to moment conditional arising and passing away of all phenomena, including our sense of "I" or "Self") and macrocosimic (being reborn as another being life after life depending on one's previous actions, thoughts and intentions). Not all Buddhists believe in macrocosmic rebirth, and… [cont.]
Answered by awouldbehipster - Sat Sep 6 10:10:49 2008

What are the health benefits for meditation?
Q. I heard many doctors feel that the practice of meditation is good for a persons health. But the only thing I heard is that it relaxes the body so that the natural defences have a better opportunity to fend off viruses.
Asked by Tony F - Fri Sep 19 11:46:09 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Along with doing that there are many other benefits of meditation. It provides a inner peace to you which is good for your soul. :) It provides good exercise for your heart and lungs. It gives your mind a serious break (everyone needs them!) At times your mind is processing a million different things at a time. You would get tired too!
Answered by Megg - Fri Sep 19 11:59:16 2008

What are the benefits of yoga and meditation?
Q. i've recently taken up yoga & meditation. what are the benefits? any tips?
Asked by Pilot28 - Mon Dec 28 13:56:31 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I am a Buddhist and practice meditation every day. The benefit is the calming of the mind, which in turn will make you a happier person. The improved disposition will help you display more kindness and compassion to others, and because of this you will benefit with good Karma.
Answered by Scott D - Mon Dec 28 14:02:19 2009

How to keep from falling asleep during meditation?
Q. I fall asleep 10 minutes into meditating, no matter what time of day it is. This is even after I have pulled 10 hours of night slumber. I am beyond desperation, PLEASE help me to not fall asleep in meditation!
Asked by Michael - Fri Jan 29 20:01:43 2010 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. A few possible suggestions... First, check your posture. Ninety percent of the times I start to nod off, I find that I've allowed my head/spine to slump slightly. I remind myself to imagine trying to touch ceiling with top of my head, and find that I sit a bit more upright. Second, check that your head is level. Some say that tilting head downward encourages dozing, while any upward tilt encourages thoughts. Do not confuse maintaining a level head with gazing slightly down with eyes (desirable for most). Third, I don't know what technique you use, but I practice maintaining focus/awareness of my breath. I find every time I start to nod off, it happens to occur when I've lost focus/mindfulness on breath and has instead become… [cont.]
Answered by Dances with Buddha - Sun Jan 31 17:34:58 2010

What are the different styles of meditation and how are they done?
Q. For example, Zen meditation, or Mantra meditation. Which ones do you think are best? Do the different styles invoke different feelings or effects? I'm sorry for all the questions just curious. =)
Asked by ilya220 - Sun Oct 11 15:27:02 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. There is relaxation meditation (not sure the actual name) but it is where you go from muscle to muscle (top to bottom) and relax it until you are completely relaxed mantra: where you repeat a word or phrase to help lull you into a "trance" state breathing: you simply regulate your breathing in a rhythmic way (ie. breathe in for hold release for Music: you listen to a song to block out everything else, usually a mix with the breathing one and there are others that use different chemicals (such as relaxants, hallucinogens...etc)
Answered by Skratch - Sun Oct 11 15:36:05 2009

What are the differences between astral projection and meditation?
Q. I know they are not the same but if one is meditating is it possible that they could astral project if they are deep enough in meditation? I guess it would take years or a lifetime to be able to get to that point. The reason why I'm asking is that I want to learn to meditate but do not wish to astral project. I read the answers posted so far and that is what I thought. The reason why I don't want to astral project is because it is possible to open yourself up to evil presences. I would be interested to know how the experience feels however to those who have tried it. Also do you think it is possible to open yourself to an evil presence while mediatating? I have never heard such a thing and they always say that mediation is good for… [cont.]
Asked by Rhianna - Thu Sep 14 10:38:23 2006 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments

A. sorry guys while all your answers are nice and somewhat accurate none of them are 100% correct. astral projecting happens in a state of sleep and it is your soul leaving your physical body, but don't wonder away too far because your connected by a silver cord which is also mentioned in the bible and if the cord breaks which is like an umbilical cord you can not return to your physical body...your dead. and meditation is just a state of relaxation so relaxed you may get sleepy but you don't actually fall asleep.
Answered by a.j holliday - Fri Sep 15 02:50:02 2006

How long does it take have a really powerful meditation experience?
Q. I've been meditating 20 mins a day for about 2 months now. I have noticed that it has become way easier to turn off my thoughts when I go to meditate. But How long will it take me to get to the level to have a really vivid and powerful meditation experience?
Asked by JayH - Sat Mar 14 17:44:26 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The most significant thing meditation can do for you is make your life better... and oddly enough, it will be the people around you that start noticing the difference, since it is such a natural change. Instead of having 2 days a week when you feel great, it will be 3... and then after some time if will be 4 and so on. It is a gradual change. A flashy experience may be a quick thrill, but those things do not bring the 24-7 day experience of a better life. You are doing great. Do you know how many people are searching for something that will improve their lives and have not found it? You found it. Stick with it. You are doing better than you know.
Answered by Lakely - Sat Mar 14 17:56:12 2009

Does anyone have any unique ideas for decorating a meditation room?
Q. I have a small, rectangular room that I am turning into a meditation room. I've already thought of floor pillows and a low table but I'm curious if anyone has any unique or different ideas for this? Thanks!
Asked by loveshistory8888 - Wed Sep 26 15:16:15 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. light green walls are said to create a sense of calm make sure you have a CD player in there for some mood music. Water fountain for the calming effects I love the idea of floor pillows. If it were me, I'd get some shear white curtains and make a tent effect over a day bed or corner for those floor pillows
Answered by J*Mo - Wed Sep 26 15:26:58 2007

How should I teach meditation to my anxious 15 year old son?
Q. Meditation is easy for me. I grew up with visualization, body scans, guided meditation, counting, breathing, naming thoughts (probably what he needs most) and more. I just don't know where to start with my son. Any suggestions on teaching or introducing meditation to a teenager? Books? Courses? Videos? Where to start with good old dad? Thank you.
Asked by CommanderCrusty - Sun Oct 4 10:11:04 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I think that the best way to start is with the observation of the breath, is easy to do, easy to understand and is something that doesn't need any additional material to read. If you have done it for some time you can explain to him how to do it. Also by observing the breath is very easy to deal with anxiety, is very easy to notice, so he can be motivated to continue doing it. Another option is checking if there's a center near your place and take him to a one day Anapana course for teens, I added the page to the sources so you can check when are they going to be.
Answered by camilobuitrago - Sun Oct 4 21:19:26 2009

What is the difference between kundalini sadhana and meditation?
Q. At the very begining i started meditation without any thoughts in mind after 3 months some movements appeared in mooladhara and some waves are moving upwards frome the base.After 10 months the movements are always running throughout the body even i am in sleep. After raising from sleep i am feeling that my body and head is heavyand after meditation it comes into normal but the movements in mooladhara stays along. I am unable to understand what is going on but i know that gods wants me to do something different,please guide me.
Asked by bapiraju k - Sat May 9 10:18:48 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Kundalini sadhana is one of meditation techniques. What you are feeling is not movement of kundalini but movement of Prana in sushmna nadi. This is possible that you did some sadhna and it caused kundalini to be activated (not awakened and moving upward) you have to work hard to get kundalini taken upward but it should not be done without a guru
Answered by !Sanatan :! - Wed May 13 03:08:51 2009

Would you attend a Buddhist meditation service if it had free weed?
Q. Buddha once spoke of the Bowl of Jade. In Oriental cultures the relaxing effects of thc have been noted as compatible with an understanding of meditation and nature.
Asked by Dr. Jazz E l A s - Sat Feb 20 13:53:49 2010 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yes, but it would not take free weed for me to visit a meditation service.
Answered by Gorgeoustx Go Spurs Go! - Sat Feb 20 13:58:18 2010

What are the exact benefits of doing meditation?
Q. I'm 20 and in college. My concentration power is poor for which I am struggling in my studies. So I really want to improve my concentration. Secondly I really want to go and talk with a girl who is one year my junior in my college but is lacking the courage to do so at present. Can these problems be solved my meditation?
Asked by jBl - Tue Oct 13 11:13:31 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The effectiveness of meditation comes from the fact that one can achieve a state of deep relaxation in just a few minutes. When we settle down into a state of deep relaxation, the body and mind are refreshed and revitalized. This gives us many good effects that are both immediate and long lasting.Health Benefits of Regular Meditation Include: Lower Blood Pressure Better Sleep Anti-aging Less Anxiety Faster healing Decreased substance abuse Lower Cholesterol Stronger Immune Response
Answered by noeldr - Tue Oct 13 11:21:05 2009

Is meditation and yoga scientifically proven to be beneficial?
Q. If so, what are the advantages and disadvantages of meditation and yoga?
Asked by Karthik K - Mon Aug 10 23:03:04 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. There are no disadvantages and yes meditation has been proven to lower blood pressure and relieve stress and anxiety. Yoga is more of an exercise although depending on the type it can be a meditation also.. its great for flexibility and balance and can build muscle depending on the type. Here is an article I just had published about that too:
Answered by Karen - Tue Aug 11 22:18:44 2009

What perennial flowers are tall enough to provide border cover for a meditation garden?
Q. I intend to design and begin a meditation garden this spring. I want to border the garden with tall perennial flowers which are five feet tall or higher. A link address would also be appreciated. Thanks!
Asked by pneumaddict - Sat Jan 3 18:10:53 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. i live in PA so my answers will be based on plants that grow in the northeast US zone 6. Switch grass will grow 5'-6' tall and makes a good screen. Cup plant can also grow tall thinleaf sunflower
Answered by llsgakenia - Sat Jan 3 18:56:26 2009

How do you meditate and what is meditation?
Q. I've been kind of depressed and have had trouble falling asleep, and I've heard that meditating can help. What is meditation and how do I meditate?
Asked by Lisa - Fri Oct 24 21:51:19 2008 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Our minds get so bogged down with busyness and worry. we never give it a break! Meditation is the process of doing just that, giving your mind a break. Meditation is the process of clearing your mind of everything, of finding a peace and a calmness within yourself. it can be very refreshing. Find a nice quiet place, sit comfortably strait up not hunched forward with your hands together, slow and steady your breathing and concentrate only you your breath, eventually you will concentrate on nothing at all. My suggestion is to get a book that will help you to understand it and achieve successful meditation easier.
Answered by National Defense Operations - Fri Oct 24 21:57:17 2008

How does meditation affect you during the times when you're not meditating?
Q. Are there long term effects separate from the meditation itself? Please elaborate.
Asked by ROY G BIV - Sat Apr 4 12:44:38 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It brings a more calm understanding to your life. The long term effects are better choices and more calm relationships.
Answered by marks - Sat Apr 4 12:54:32 2009

How can I keep my cat from potifying in my meditation room?
Q. I have a meditation room and I have a lovely cat that goes in there and pees and poops on the floor and on the furniture. I suspect who ever was here before had the litter box in that room. As it is my meditation room I don't want to put a litter box in that room. She has a place to go potty. How can I discourage her from using that room? She can get the door open.
Asked by Shasta - Tue Sep 2 00:40:06 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Try spraying some some vinegar, cats hate the smell of vinegar.
Answered by Red Wings Fan - Tue Sep 2 00:59:45 2008

Looking for meditation/focus and breathing techniques to reduce heart rate and nervousness from stage fright?
Q. I often get terrible physical stagefright when doing assignments infront of class in college. I realized that always right before I present I can tell my heartrate is going through the roof to where I can barely talk and my hands shake violently. I think most of my problem with this is physical so if I did a meditation technique before class or something just before my presentation it would help. Any ideas?
Asked by jake - Sun Jan 27 06:22:18 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Panic attacks: View the techniques for control of panic attacks, in section 8, at ~~~ (.net.nz/~shaneris) [Type, and enter the following URL, in the usual manner: h t t p : / / w w w . e z y - b u i l d . n e t . n z / ~ s h a n e r i s ] Begin by holding your breath for 5, or 10 seconds: this will give you the confidence to realise that you can control your breathing, but not pass out, or die (your autonomic nervous system resumes breathing, if unconscious). Understand panic attacks, and what triggers them, in your life (if it is unresolved anxiety, see section 6). The paper bag method works for most people: try it. If you are fairly suggestible, the following are reliable: Your last alternative is psychotherapy, to address its… [cont.]
Answered by shaneris - Sun Jan 27 06:35:48 2008

Spiritually does meditation water your roots like the watered roots do for the flowers blooming?
Q. Is the meditation you are doing bearing fruit? Does it feels good when doing it but seems to be going nowhere? If so, have you tried modern techniques like Asharishi yoga? Asha Sanskrit root meaning for the eternal law. Rishi Seer or one with awareness. Yoga Union.
Asked by Me - Sat Mar 14 15:21:15 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yes and the increased awareness has been three fold since I started Asharishi Yoga. I named my avatar in honor of Asha Rishi Yogi.
Answered by Asha - Sat Mar 14 22:35:20 2009