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Meditation. The Gateway To Relaxation.


Meditating is actually easier than you might imagine.
Most of us have dabbled in meditation by participating
in conscious relaxation. Maybe during an exercise class
or to manage pain at the dentist or anxiety before a test.
We start by paying attention to our breathing. The practical
effort to focus completely on our breathing takes our
minds away from the "mind clutter" that constantly tries
to invade our mind and eliminate feelings that will lead
to a time of calm. With repeated effort the goal of clearing
your mind – to think of nothing, does occur and the
process of meditation takes on its own energy. The
result is, and I guarantee this, peace, serenity, calmness,
eventually opening yourself to new insights.

Meditating For An Enriched And Fullfilling Life.
Too much stress, stress reduction, chill out, let it go,
detach – familiar phrases to all of us. Our world is fast,
fun and exciting. It is also challenging, trying, demanding
and frightening. These two sides of our lives produce
stress, emotional reactions, anxiety, worry and anticipation.
Our bodies and minds can tolerate only so much of any of these. After a while, each of us reaches
a saturation point and the results become uncomfortable at best; for some it may be unbearable,
even unendurable.

No magic pill is available to eliminate these feelings. The reality is, as the wise old man said, the
answer is inside all of us. To manage these universal concerns we must go inside ourselves.
Among the steps we can take is the learning and practicing of meditation.

What Can You Gain From Meditation?
With time and faith in the commitment to practice frequently (daily meditating is ideal), during your
meditation time you may "leave the moment." A feeling of separation exists where the mind is clear,
clean and blank. You will still hear sounds around you, but they will not interfere with your
meditation.

Sometimes you may weep -- you may not even be aware of what is making you weep. It is your own
emotions having a voice of their own. Sometimes you may feel a smile across your face -- that is
contentment showing itself. Sometimes you may fall asleep and awaken truly refreshed.

There is no right or wrong behavior during your meditation. It is your time for you. Everyone
deserves this kind of personal attention. This is a self-care activity; loving oneself! Teach it to your
children instead of a time-out in their room or corner. Teach it to your friends, family, anyone who
will listen. We can share this gift and get back as we give. We are all better because of each
person who meditates. The peace and joy felt by those who meditate enters the world for all of us
as positive energy. From it the world is a better place. Imagine if we all practiced meditation!



How Can Meditation Benefit My Tai Chi Chuan ?
Tai Chi Chuan is moving meditation. So without an understanding of basic meditation it would
prove difficult for your Tai Chi Chuan to improve. The relaxed, rooted, and centered feeling that you
get from meditation you will also feel in your moving Tai Chi Chuan form.