Does anyone here meditate?

[bjgrazi]

If so, how did you get yourself into doing it? Do you find it helps? I've been trying a guided meditation and having some trouble keeping my mind off "other" things and on the meditation.

 

[minniepumpernickel]

Have you ever taken a class that incorporates a little bit of meditation? I take a yoga class that has meditation sessions before and after. It's wonderful, and kind of fun to be alone inside your own head, in a group session. You feel like you experienced something meaningful with the people around you, without actually communicating with them, it's hard to describe.

I also do walking, or swimming meditation. It's great for the hyperactive types, (me) who need to keep moving.

 

[Teris]

I do,, my husband got me started as a way to help me let go of daily stresses that keep me from being able to go to sleep.

The hardest part is being able to focus on 'nothing' and let the meditation flow over you. I totally know what you mean.

Do you have a mantra that helps you? I just use the basic "Om Mani Padme Hum".

It's really something that takes practise. I am impatient, and it took me a long time to relax enough to meditate properly. I do find it helps now,, especially after tense moments with my teenage daughters. lol