Peace of Mind

PEACE OF MIND

A quick trip to Wikipedia after searching the word "meditation" will reveal an interesting and diverse history. Meditation, which basically means "awareness" has been around for at least 5,000 years. What I find most interesting, is that meditation, or some form of it, exists in a multitude of religions and has a secular presence as well.

Meditation is a way to calm the mind and center the "self." It can be clarifying, relaxing and rejuvenating. I, myself, have much to learn and am far from being an expert, but I can speak to it's benefits from personal experience.
When first beginning to practice meditation it's important to patient. If you're like most people, you'll find scattered thoughts and ideas sneaking into your "quiet mind" moments. I read somewhere this is often referred to as "monkey mind." (I don't know why, but that term makes me chuckle.) Just remember to keep in mind that like any new "skill" it takes time to develop and that each individual's learning curve is different and unique to them.
In the beginning I found it easier to meditate with the assistance of a tool or by following a script or outline. Below are a few resources I've recently come across that I hope are a benefit to you.

www.learn-meditation.org

View the Gift of Inner Peace Movie (5 minutes)


Free Online Meditation Scripts and Methods


Zen Habits: Meditation for Beginners


~Daneene