Meditation is
often misunderstood by those who do not practice it. Very often, I hear
meditation referred to as, “altered states of consciousness.” That sounds more
like intoxicants, rather than bringing clarity to a cluttered mind.
Without going too
deep into what meditation is, or is not, let’s focus on one of the many things
a daily meditation practice can do for you.
Meditation is
commonly seen in many Yoga classes, but it has been practised by a variety of
cultures, including Roman Catholic priests, as well as Japanese Samurai, who
practised a form of Zen meditation. I mention this so you can see the full the spectrum of meditation and its many facets.
There are many
varieties and types of meditation, but the easiest form to learn is, “breath
awareness meditation.” Compared to many other meditation techniques, this will
enable anyone to experience the benefits of meditation in much less time.
At this point,
let’s consider that meditation and Yoga teachers often compare the mind to a
monkey. Many thoughts are running through your brain, at the same time, and it
is hard to control all of your impulses - let alone, sit still and meditate. So
why go through all this trouble?
Meditation has
many rewards, and we will now consider one of extreme value. Through daily
practice of meditation, you will release the unlimited potential of your mind.
The ability to change, or alter the universe, starts as a single thought within
your mind.
One human decided
to harness the power of fire, and did he/she foresee the global warming effect?
How could he/she imagine where we are now? This is just one of many thousands
of examples of Karma - the law of cause and effect. Therefore, one seemingly
small change, of any kind, will have a ripple effect on the universe.
Some of the seeds
to change the universe rests locked up in your mind, but you have the ability
to shape the future by any small changes that you make.
Let’s say you
have a friend, family member, or associate, who cares for you deeply, but, up
to now, you have always taken it for granted. Can you imagine what would happen
if you take the time to groom that relationship?
The answer is you
would have a loyal ally and all you had to show was kindness or appreciation.
You have the
ability to alter your own personality and affect the world around you.
Hopefully, your personality will always continue to change for the better; if
so, this will alter everyone around you for the best.
Disclaimer:
This article is presented solely as an example and is not meant to replace
medical treatment. If you or someone you know need help please seek qualified
medical assistance and do not take any medication without first consulting with
your physician. No content on this site should ever be used as a substitute for
direct medical advice from your doctor or other qualified clinicians.
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