Chapter 81: The Power of Meditation
“All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room
alone.”
Blaise Pascal
The benefits of meditation are widely known by now. More and more people
have started practicing it. Its practitioners highlight its usefulness in calming the
mind after a stressful day, and in warding off anxiety, anger, insecurity, and even
depression. Other studies point out that meditation can reduce blood pressure
and pain response. It’s an easy way of stress combat and quieting our
information-overloaded mind. Just sitting still for 15 to 20 minutes once a day
can already make a difference and help you to recharge. If you do it twice a
day...even better! Here is how to begin your habit of daily meditation:
1. Look for a space, were you won’t be disturbed and just be in silence
for 15 to 2o minutes. Make it a ritual. It’s beneficial to practice in the
same spot and at the same time every day. Do you remember the magic
of the early morning hours? Maybe that’s also a good time for your
meditation.
2. Before you start use the power of affirmations to get yourself in a
relaxed state by saying for example, “I’m now focused and calm.”
3. Set your alarm clock for twenty minutes so that you are not worried
about when to stop your meditation, and are fully able to concentrate.
4. Sit or lie down and shut your eyes. You can also leave your eyes open
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