MEDITATION:
THE PANACEA OF MISERY
MEDITATION:
THE PANACEA OF MISERY
If we observe how much time we spend on acquiring material things and how much time we spend for self-realization then one realizes how precious time is being wasted.
A student uses a magnifying lens to gather the rays of the Sun and focuses them into a fine point which can even burn paper and is overjoyed at his accomplishment. We too could achieve superbly wonderful accomplishments by concentrating the scattered raps of our mind and focusing it to a point.
Dhyana or meditation is the process of controlling and directing your thoughts on one object and subsequently to remain in the thoughtless state.
Yoga asanas too aid meditation. These exercises make the body light and help to concentrate the mind.
EASY MEDITATION
An easy and simple meditation is to imagine a circle of light in the centre point of the forehead ( Puruva - Mathi). In that circle of light, place your 'Ishtadevata' or the Deity of your choice. Fix your eyes and mind on the deity with unwavering thought, with Bakthi
Pranayama is particularly useful for those who have difficulty in controlling their mind. Doing pranayama for at least 10 minutes before going into meditation will help to quieten the mind. Without doing pranayama one can never sit in meditation long.
Anyone may meditate. Begin with 5 minutes. Later the duration may be increased according to each individuals progress.
The place of your choice for meditation should be free from external disturbances.
One should not meditate for at least 2 hours after a meal. Meditation is best carried out before meals.
The best time to meditate is during Bhramma-Muhurtam i.e between 4 am to 6am
Assume the Asana of your choice which is easy and comfortable
Wearing clean, loose clothes will be helpful.
