| No one needs to be reminded that there are a lot | | | | your body by envisioning a sandy beach and |
| of things to be stressed out about lately. | | | | lapping waves. The sun is warm upon your skin. |
| Between the economy, wars, and weather, a little | | | | Draw yourself into this restful solitude. Continue |
| quiet me-time can be invaluable. By learning this | | | | with ordinary deep breathing as you proceed. |
| easy meditation technique for beginners, you may | | | | Although there are many disciplines of meditation |
| find your quiet in the storm without leaving your | | | | even within Zen, you can blaze your own peaceful |
| house. | | | | trail just fine. Focus your mind on an imaginary |
| Set the mood. Take over a quiet room where | | | | point just beyond your forehead. Keep your eyes |
| you know you won't be disturbed for a while. | | | | open but rested. Now gently sweep aside each |
| Draw the drapes, light a candle, and make the air | | | | thought that comes into your head, as if a broom |
| fragrant with your favorite scent. Lavender and | | | | were sweeping slowly across the stage of your |
| chamomile are said to be the most soothing, but | | | | mind. Keep doing this until there are no thoughts |
| whatever you like is fine. | | | | and no need for the broom. This "nothingness" or |
| Take the position. Many people enjoy sitting on a | | | | "absence of thought" is the spot you are seeking! |
| cushion on the floor, with legs crossed and hands | | | | Within it is rest and enlightenment beyond the |
| resting on the knees, palms up. You can also | | | | mechanical brain function itself. Do this for at least |
| meditate sitting comfortably in an upright chair. | | | | ten minutes or up to an hour. Resume your day |
| To begin your easy meditation time, take 3 deep | | | | more relaxed, peaceful and invigorated. |
| breaths, hold a few seconds, and exhale. Relax | | | | |