Sadhak Anshit Returning to the breath, again and again, when the mind has wandered that's how we train our attention. 1- Start by sitting comfortably on a cushion or in a chair. Close your eyes if you like, or leave them open and lower your gaze toward the floor. 2- Just breathe. Breathe as you normally would. There’s nothing special to do, or make happen. And then draw your attention to the physical sensation of each breath. You might notice the rising and falling of your abdomen or chest. Or you might notice the air moving in and out through your nose or mouth. With each breath, guide attention as best as you’re able back to your breathing. Breathing in… and breathing out. 3- Be kind to your busy mind. Almost immediately, and many times over, we’ll find ourselves distracted. Our attention will always wander—that’s what it does. That’s normal, and always going to be part of our experience—both in meditation, and in life. You might find that your attention wanders...

What Meditation is all about Meditation may be an ancient tradition, but it’s still practiced in cultures all over the world to create a sense of calm and inner harmony. Although the practice has ties to many different religious teachings, meditation is less about faith and more about altering consciousness, finding awareness, and achieving peace. These days, with the greater need to reduce stress in the midst of our busy schedules and demanding lives, meditation is increasing in popularity. Although there isn’t a right or wrong way to meditate, it’s important to find a practice that meets your needs and complements your personality. There are six popular types of meditation practice: Mindfulness meditation Spiritual meditation Focused meditation Movement meditation Mantra meditation Transcendental meditation Not all meditation styles are right for everyone. These practices require different skills and mindsets. How do you know which practice is right for you? ...

“Never apologize for being sensitive or emotional. Let this be a sign that you’ve got a big heart and aren’t afraid to let others see it. Showing your emotions is a sign of strength.” ~Sadhak Anshit We have a problem in the modern world that needs to be addressed.  It impacts huge numbers of the population but is so ingrained in our culture that it’s easy for us to overlook how dangerous it can be. This problem is the denial of sensitivity. We often associate sensitivity with weakness, but when we learn how to manage our energy and emotions we can actually become more controlled, empathetic, and driven. Most people suppress their sensitivity, not realizing that it’s a very powerful source of productive energy once they can learn how to accept it and direct it toward something positive. For a large portion of my life I would feel emotions very intensely, whether it was while watching movies or noticing the feelings of those around me. I guess you could say I wa...

The mental exercise known as  meditation  is found in all religious systems. Prayer is a form of discursive meditation, and in Hinduism the reciting of slokas and mantras is employed to tranquilize the mind to a state of receptivity. In most of these systems the goal is identified with the particular psychic results that ensue, sometimes very quickly; and the visions that come in the semi-trance state, or the sounds that are heard, are considered to be the end-result of the exercise. This is not the case in the forms of meditation practiced in Buddhism. There is still comparatively little known about the mind, its functions and its powers, and it is difficult for most people to distinguish between self-hypnosis, the development of mediumistic states, and the real process of mental clarification and direct perception which is the object of Buddhist mental concentration. The fact that mystics of every religion have induced on themselves states wherein they see visions and he...

Author: Sadhak Anshit I started meditating 12 years ago, At that time, my mind was very restless, I used to get worked up over small things, and I needed all the help I could get. My first foray into the world of meditation was quite awkward. I sat on the floor with my back against the wall and legs crossed (I couldn’t do the fancy “lotus position”). I started a timer for 20 minutes, and focused on my breath as it entered and exited my nostrils. It turned out to be a not-so-magical experience that didn’t last 20 minutes. It seemed to last that long, to be sure. But, when I opened my eyes to see how much time had passed, it was barely over three minutes. I immediately got frustrated. Thereafter, I decided to be diligent, though, and closed my eyes again. This time I only made it to two minutes. Just like that, I decided to end my first foray into meditating altogether! So, what do you think actually happened? Well, I discovered that my mind was absolutely c...