Meditation Defined

Beginning meditation requires nothing more than a willingness to try. Why not start today? If you’re wondering what meditation might look like, below is a simple routine:

Set an alarm clock for five minutes. Find a comfortable place to sit and try to slow your breathing. Relax your shoulders by raising them up to your ears then dropping them back down. Gently move your neck from side to side and let tension slip away. Begin to relax each muscle group in your body—your abdomen, your arms, your legs and your face. Gently shift your attention around your body. Place your hands on the part of your body where you feel the most relaxation.

You’ve just completed your first meditation! How was it? If your body feels relaxed and your mind clear, great. If you were distracted the entire time or don't feel any differently, that’s natural. As you learn more about meditating, you’ll become more comfortable with the process.