So what is meditation? It has been described as the connection to God, the blissful state of being; a place of inner knowing, ultimate peace and satisfaction of soul.
If we see prayer as a means of speaking to God or Higher Consciousness (Call God whatever feels right to you), we would see meditation as a way of "listening" to higher intelligence or God.
Just like a conversation, if we do all of the talking, we generally learn very little.
So, in a state of deep meditation you connect to the core of your being, to that quiet stillness deep within where your ego self disappears and you are in unison with your God-centered self, the I AM sense of being.
Meditation has been used for eons to connect to that small still voice within that is meant to guide us in ways unknown to the conscious mind.
Printing this page and then using it to record your own voice is a very practical way of experiencing the steps to learning meditation.
So before we begin, please remember that meditation is meant to be experienced in a quiet place, where you will not be disturbed for at least 30 to 40 minutes.
You should be wearing comfortable clothing with nothing constricting your breathing.
Be certain your room temperature is comfortable and keep a light blanket over you if necessary.
Remove your glasses and turn off the TV, radio and telephones.
Give the dog something to keep him occupied so that you will not be interrupted as you begin to relax.
Put on some soothing music, perhaps you have Enya, or some Yoga or music for relaxation.
If not, classical music may also work well to put you in the mood for relaxation.
Do not listen to music that has a vocal track.
As you ready yourself to experience meditation, you may wish to use aromatherapy to induce calmness.
Lavender is good, as are Frankincense and Myrr, Pacculi and other natural scents.
Candles that are safely contained can also work well.
And now it is time to begin: Start by relaxing in a comfortable recliner or on a comfortable bed or couch.
Make it your favorite place if possible.
Darken the lights and shut the blinds.
Now relax and start by taking a deep breath in through your nose and holding it for three seconds.
Exhale out your mouth.
Repeat this three times.
Tighten every muscle in your body; squint, make fists, tighten your buttocks muscles and legs, arms and hold that pose for three seconds.
Then relax and release, feel the tension leaving your body.
Enjoy the music for a moment and the aroma you have chosen.
Think about the surface your body is resting on and how comfortable you feel.
If you are not comfortable re-arrange yourself completely now.
Imagine that suspended above you is a magical ball or pyramid.
This structure is meant to draw from you all things you no longer need or want as part of you.
Just allow your biggest challenges to come to your awareness and begin now to let them flow from your mind out to that structure, the ball or pyramid.
As they reach the structure they are completely disintegrated and are no longer of concern.
So now, let go of all ANGER, PAIN, JEALOUSY, HATRED, WORRY, GUILT, FEAR, and other emotions that come to mind.
It feels so good to let them go.
Continue to see these "unwanted feelings" flowing away from you in dark streams.
Letting go of this negativity leaves more room for wonderful feelings to fill your life, your soul, your body, and mind.
Now let go of all circumstances that are preventing you from feeling wonderful this moment.
Let go of your concerns about finances, family issues, work issues, home issues, friend issues, and anything that comes to mind that you wish to eliminate at this time.
Just see all of these things flowing away from you and disintegrating as they hit the structure suspended above your body.
Now that you have let go of all of those things that have been bothering you, it is time to inhale more of the beauty of life and the wonderful possibilities that you wish to manifest in your life today.
So, see and feel a beautiful white light coming down from the heavens above and entering the top part of your head.
Feel this glorious white light filling your mind completely, saturating you in the love of the universe.
It slowly fills your head, neck, eyes, ears, mouth, nose, and gently works its way down your shoulders to your hands.
It continues to through your torso to your waste, completely filling every molecule of your physical body now all the way down to your waste.
Continuing down to your hips and thighs, through your shins and calves to your ankles and then to the souls of your feet.
Let this energy continue flowing through you in streams of joy and peace.
Now see the white light encasing your physical body and surrounding and protecting it.
It is four feet wide in every direction.
And now two guardian angels or spirit guides come to you and stand with you as you continue this journey if the safest and happiest way.
You take three more breaths and then find yourself standing in a beautiful meadow on a perfect Spring day.
The sky above you is clear and lovely and there are just a few puffy white clouds lazily drifting by.
The air is the perfect temperature and the colors around you are vibrant.
It is here that you find a beautiful lounge chair made just for your body, so you arrange yourself comfortably here as you relax deeper and deeper into a tranquil state of stillness.
There are guides here for you.
Just let go and sink deeper and deeper.
Now, listen to the information coming to you, the information you have been seeking inorder to change your life for the better.
Your physical body is getting all it needs right now to heal and be well, your mind is filled with the information you need to have the life you deserve, your spirit is being nurtured.
Allow this pampering, allow the information to flow to you and be still.
Feel yourself floating, just floating and enjoy this bliss.
Be still and know you are well cared for here.
Stay here as long as you need.
Allow the tones in the music to fill every particle of your body Allow the aroma to fill your senses.
Allow the highest wisdom to come to you now.
You will remember all you need to know and when you awaken to your alert state as you so choose, you will bring with you all that you need to live a better life.
If you choose to sleep, that is fine too.
When you awake, you will awaken feeling refreshed and vibrant and ready to tackle your day with enthusiasm and courage and positive mental attitude.
Remember you are loved.
Wishing you ultimate peace and success in all you choose to do with the gift of life! If you wish to experience meditation with an experienced teacher please call my office to set up an appointment.
Or to order a wonderful meditation CD, with or without subliminal messages, write to me via the website below.
Janet Angel,PhD
If we see prayer as a means of speaking to God or Higher Consciousness (Call God whatever feels right to you), we would see meditation as a way of "listening" to higher intelligence or God.
Just like a conversation, if we do all of the talking, we generally learn very little.
So, in a state of deep meditation you connect to the core of your being, to that quiet stillness deep within where your ego self disappears and you are in unison with your God-centered self, the I AM sense of being.
Meditation has been used for eons to connect to that small still voice within that is meant to guide us in ways unknown to the conscious mind.
Printing this page and then using it to record your own voice is a very practical way of experiencing the steps to learning meditation.
So before we begin, please remember that meditation is meant to be experienced in a quiet place, where you will not be disturbed for at least 30 to 40 minutes.
You should be wearing comfortable clothing with nothing constricting your breathing.
Be certain your room temperature is comfortable and keep a light blanket over you if necessary.
Remove your glasses and turn off the TV, radio and telephones.
Give the dog something to keep him occupied so that you will not be interrupted as you begin to relax.
Put on some soothing music, perhaps you have Enya, or some Yoga or music for relaxation.
If not, classical music may also work well to put you in the mood for relaxation.
Do not listen to music that has a vocal track.
As you ready yourself to experience meditation, you may wish to use aromatherapy to induce calmness.
Lavender is good, as are Frankincense and Myrr, Pacculi and other natural scents.
Candles that are safely contained can also work well.
And now it is time to begin: Start by relaxing in a comfortable recliner or on a comfortable bed or couch.
Make it your favorite place if possible.
Darken the lights and shut the blinds.
Now relax and start by taking a deep breath in through your nose and holding it for three seconds.
Exhale out your mouth.
Repeat this three times.
Tighten every muscle in your body; squint, make fists, tighten your buttocks muscles and legs, arms and hold that pose for three seconds.
Then relax and release, feel the tension leaving your body.
Enjoy the music for a moment and the aroma you have chosen.
Think about the surface your body is resting on and how comfortable you feel.
If you are not comfortable re-arrange yourself completely now.
Imagine that suspended above you is a magical ball or pyramid.
This structure is meant to draw from you all things you no longer need or want as part of you.
Just allow your biggest challenges to come to your awareness and begin now to let them flow from your mind out to that structure, the ball or pyramid.
As they reach the structure they are completely disintegrated and are no longer of concern.
So now, let go of all ANGER, PAIN, JEALOUSY, HATRED, WORRY, GUILT, FEAR, and other emotions that come to mind.
It feels so good to let them go.
Continue to see these "unwanted feelings" flowing away from you in dark streams.
Letting go of this negativity leaves more room for wonderful feelings to fill your life, your soul, your body, and mind.
Now let go of all circumstances that are preventing you from feeling wonderful this moment.
Let go of your concerns about finances, family issues, work issues, home issues, friend issues, and anything that comes to mind that you wish to eliminate at this time.
Just see all of these things flowing away from you and disintegrating as they hit the structure suspended above your body.
Now that you have let go of all of those things that have been bothering you, it is time to inhale more of the beauty of life and the wonderful possibilities that you wish to manifest in your life today.
So, see and feel a beautiful white light coming down from the heavens above and entering the top part of your head.
Feel this glorious white light filling your mind completely, saturating you in the love of the universe.
It slowly fills your head, neck, eyes, ears, mouth, nose, and gently works its way down your shoulders to your hands.
It continues to through your torso to your waste, completely filling every molecule of your physical body now all the way down to your waste.
Continuing down to your hips and thighs, through your shins and calves to your ankles and then to the souls of your feet.
Let this energy continue flowing through you in streams of joy and peace.
Now see the white light encasing your physical body and surrounding and protecting it.
It is four feet wide in every direction.
And now two guardian angels or spirit guides come to you and stand with you as you continue this journey if the safest and happiest way.
You take three more breaths and then find yourself standing in a beautiful meadow on a perfect Spring day.
The sky above you is clear and lovely and there are just a few puffy white clouds lazily drifting by.
The air is the perfect temperature and the colors around you are vibrant.
It is here that you find a beautiful lounge chair made just for your body, so you arrange yourself comfortably here as you relax deeper and deeper into a tranquil state of stillness.
There are guides here for you.
Just let go and sink deeper and deeper.
Now, listen to the information coming to you, the information you have been seeking inorder to change your life for the better.
Your physical body is getting all it needs right now to heal and be well, your mind is filled with the information you need to have the life you deserve, your spirit is being nurtured.
Allow this pampering, allow the information to flow to you and be still.
Feel yourself floating, just floating and enjoy this bliss.
Be still and know you are well cared for here.
Stay here as long as you need.
Allow the tones in the music to fill every particle of your body Allow the aroma to fill your senses.
Allow the highest wisdom to come to you now.
You will remember all you need to know and when you awaken to your alert state as you so choose, you will bring with you all that you need to live a better life.
If you choose to sleep, that is fine too.
When you awake, you will awaken feeling refreshed and vibrant and ready to tackle your day with enthusiasm and courage and positive mental attitude.
Remember you are loved.
Wishing you ultimate peace and success in all you choose to do with the gift of life! If you wish to experience meditation with an experienced teacher please call my office to set up an appointment.
Or to order a wonderful meditation CD, with or without subliminal messages, write to me via the website below.
Janet Angel,PhD
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