Meditation is a way to train the mind. Most of the time, our minds are wandering - we're thinking about the future,dwelling on the past, worrying, fantasizing or daydreaming.
Meditation brings us back to the present moment, and allows us to be less stressed,calmer and kinder to ourselves and others.
Basic Mindfulness Meditation is the practice of paying attention to the present moment with an accepting, non-judgmental disposition.
The goal is not to stop thinking or to empty the mind. Rather, the point is to pay close attention to your physical sensations, thoughts and emotions in order to see them more clearly, without making so many assumptions or making up stories.
It's a deceptively simple exercise - Just be here, Right now, without daydreaming.
But with practice, it can yield profound results, giving us greater control of our actions and making room for more kindness and equanimity, even in difficult situations.
With time, Mindfulness Meditation can even help us better understand what causes us stress, and what we can do to relieve it.
You don't need to spend a dime to get started.
All you need is somewhere to sit, and a little willpower. Look for a comfortable chair or a soft rug in a quiet corner.
Come and practice with me, every Monday at 6:30am Dublin time .
We are going to sit, breath deeply and consciously and be with ourselves in Silence for 15 mins.
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