Meditation
“Meditation means awareness: to be aware of what you are doing, what you are thinking, what you are feeling, aware without any choice, to observe, to learn. Meditation is to be aware of one’s conditioning, how one is conditioned by the society in which one lives, in which one has been brought up, by the religious propaganda – aware without any choice, without distortion, without wishing it were different. Out of this awareness comes attention, the capacity to be completely attentive. Then there is freedom to see things as they actually are, without distortion. The mind becomes unconfused, clear, sensitive. Such meditation brings about a quality of mind that is completely silent – of which quality one can go on talking, but it will have no meaning unless it exists.” ~Krishnamurti
Meditation itself is very simple. After trying various methods over the years I eventually found the work of Eckhart Tolle and meditation took on a whole new meaning. Eckhart discusses in detail the many ways we are taken away from the present moment and offers simple exercises to bring attention to the inner body which generates full awareness within and without. If meditation has a “goal,” this is it.
“Meditation is the movement of love. It isn’t the love of the one or of the many. It is like water that anyone can drink out of any jar, whether golden or earthenware; it is inexhaustible. And a peculiar thing takes place, which no drug or self-hypnosis can bring about; it is as though the mind enters into itself, beginning at the surface and penetrating ever more deeply, until depth and height have lost their meaning and every form of measurement ceases. In this state there is complete peace – not contentment which has come about through gratification – but a peace that has order, beauty and intensity.” ~Krishnamurti
Meditation provides a direct experience of the present moment and all of its intricate facets – right here, right now. Once a person becomes familiar with the simple meditation explained above, awareness of the inner body and specific feelings or intentions can be combined. This type of meditation anchors into feelings related to basic truths. Becoming relaxed, centered, and grounded are all facets of my meditation practice and facilitation. The process is not one to necessarily let go of thoughts as much as it is to be with yourself in the moment, and explore the depths beneath thought. Conscious breathing and focus allow you to sift below the mind and experience the peace and pleasure within.
As you get comfortable meditating in a prepared setting, I invite you to meditate with eyes open and take meditation into life – where you can use it! I provide Meditation Facilitation via phone, audios, videos, and in person classes.
Enjoy these short 5-10 minute meditations. Right click to save as mp3.