gia Posted February 18 Share Posted February 18 Hello monsters! How many of you meditate? I thought we could help each other to improve our techniques and maybe encourage people that are still skeptical to try it! I was one of them, until I tried! Now I meditate, in some periods more regularly than in others, but I really enjoy it. I do Transcendental Meditation and I found it definitely boosts my mood. I really enjoy doing it outdoor, especially when I'm in wild places like a forest, close to a waterfall or a river. I prefer "natural sounds" than recorded ones but sometimes (+ bonus you have that fresh breeze on your face 😍), especially if I'm in a non-completely-quiet place I do put my headphones on. How did you guys start meditating? Is it part of your culture? Do you do it by yourself or with someone? Do you listen to something while you do it? What are your mantras? Do you have any tips you would like to share? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie-Noëlle Posted February 18 Share Posted February 18 11 hours ago, gia said: Hello monsters! How many of you meditate? I thought we could help each other to improve our techniques and maybe encourage people that are still skeptical to try it! I was one of them, until I tried! Now I meditate, in some periods more regularly than in others, but I really enjoy it. I do Transcendental Meditation and I found it definitely boosts my mood. I really enjoy doing it outdoor, especially when I'm in wild places like a forest, close to a waterfall or a river. I prefer "natural sounds" than recorded ones but sometimes (+ bonus you have that fresh breeze on your face 😍), especially if I'm in a non-completely-quiet place I do put my headphones on. How did you guys start meditating? Is it part of your culture? Do you do it by yourself or with someone? Do you listen to something while you do it? What are your mantras? Do you have any tips you would like to share? I'm happy that meditation brings you so much .. Ther's a real positive energy in wild places and i'm sure you are connected with them ...I have been doing Reiki for years now and I'm meditating every day ...I'm very interested by transcendental meditation but i i have never done it and don't even know how lol.. Thank you for your post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giulia Monster Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 Like I said in another post, I tried to meditate using apps like Calm, but for some reason it doesn't work for me 😅 I feel like I'm just waisting my time, but I would like to find a way that would work for me. How do you do it? Do you use any apps o you tube audios?? And how long do you meditate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gia Posted February 19 Author Share Posted February 19 I've never tried doing it with apps. If I listen to something is to some natural sounds or some very relaxing music. You can find many on youtube but I like this one: I try to focus on my breath and not to allow my thoughts to go anywhere 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie-Noëlle Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 49 minutes ago, Giulia Monster said: Like I said in another post, I tried to meditate using apps like Calm, but for some reason it doesn't work for me 😅 I feel like I'm just waisting my time, but I would like to find a way that would work for me. How do you do it? Do you use any apps o you tube audios?? And how long do you meditate? I have been meditating for a long time so i don't have these problems anymore..but i know what you mean ...if you're waiting for something it won't happen ..you have to switch off and not let your mind go anywhere ...it's hard at the beginning but finally you'll get it ..you can focus on the respiration... what i was doing was focusing on 2 fingers that you keep tight together and when you release the pressure your brain will remind you to keep them tight again ...and you won't think of something else ... you should try .. it works ..and bit by bit you won't need them anymore ... if you have a thought let it go immediatly like if you were turning over a page ..it's a queqtion of time don't give up ..i'm not using any applications or even you tube for meditating ...but some voices who are reallu cool and soothing can help if you let them guide you ..i don't know if it's clear maybe i didn't express myself very well lol but don't give up Good luck Little Monster <3 26 minutes ago, gia said: I've never tried doing it with apps. If I listen to something is to some natural sounds or some very relaxing music. You can find many on youtube but I like this one: I try to focus on my breath and not to allow my thoughts to go anywhere Thank you so much Im gonna try it thank you :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dafniye Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 I'm a very impatient person by nature so meditation is a task in itself for me. Rather than making me relaxed, it makes me more tense 😅 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giulia Monster Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 1 hour ago, dafniye said: I'm a very impatient person by nature so meditation is a task in itself for me. Rather than making me relaxed, it makes me more tense 😅 Same 😂 2 hours ago, Marie-Noëlle said: have been meditating for a long time so i don't have these problems anymore..but i know what you mean ...if you're waiting for something it won't happen ..you have to switch off and not let your mind go anywhere ...it's hard at the beginning but finally you'll get it ..you can focus on the respiration... what i was doing was focusing on 2 fingers that you keep tight together and when you release the pressure your brain will remind you to keep them tight again ...and you won't think of something else ... you should try .. it works ..and bit by bit you won't need them anymore ... if you have a thought let it go immediatly like if you were turning over a page ..it's a queqtion of time don't give up ..i'm not using any applications or even you tube for meditating ...but some voices who are reallu cool and soothing can help if you let them guide you ..i don't know if it's clear maybe i didn't express myself very well lol but don't give up Good luck Little Monster <3 Thank you so much! I will try again, without giving up haha. But your explanation is very clear, I'll try with some relaxing music. It is hard not to get distracted, there's so much going on in my head 😅 Do you usually stay seated while you meditate? I tried a few times laying in bed, but I think it was a mistake cause it just made me sleepy, but I feel like I'm not very comfortable seated since I stay a bit too rigid 🤦🏻♀️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gia Posted February 19 Author Share Posted February 19 5 hours ago, Giulia Monster said: Do you usually stay seated while you meditate? I tried a few times laying in bed, but I think it was a mistake cause it just made me sleepy, but I feel like I'm not very comfortable seated since I stay a bit too rigid 🤦🏻♀️ Sometimes I do it laying on the floor (imagine if somebody would come into my room and see me like that haha). I think it's normal to feel sleepy. If you do it properly you manage to relax deeply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaan Kaymaz Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 Some of yall maybe make fun of me but Kim Kardashian's mediation playlist really helps me. It available on her personal Spotify account if you wanna check. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judas Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 I recently started meditation and I find it really helps with stress. You can look up videos on YouTube to help 💗 It makes me feel so much more positive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gia Posted February 21 Author Share Posted February 21 11 hours ago, Kaan Kaymaz said: Some of yall maybe make fun of me but Kim Kardashian's mediation playlist really helps me. It available on her personal Spotify account if you wanna check. haha I won't make fun of you! I laugh just because I really had NO idea that Kim Kardashian has a meditation playlist!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judas Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 On 2/19/2021 at 12:25 PM, dafniye said: I'm a very impatient person by nature so meditation is a task in itself for me. Rather than making me relaxed, it makes me more tense 😅 This is what I was like at the start but trust me after a while I found it so helpful and relaxing. On 2/21/2021 at 1:00 PM, taygerm said: I'll start meditation much soon... I think it will be good Definitely do I love it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dafniye Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 10 hours ago, Judas said: This is what I was like at the start but trust me after a while I found it so helpful and relaxing. Definitely do I love it I'll try to do it when I have some free time then. It sounds promising but I always give up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gia Posted February 23 Author Share Posted February 23 I think you need to give it a try. The first times it might seem awkward and you might wonder what you're doing with yourself haha. But if you are focussed on what you're doing it becomes very meaningful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judas Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 1 hour ago, gia said: I think you need to give it a try. The first times it might seem awkward and you might wonder what you're doing with yourself haha. But if you are focussed on what you're doing it becomes very meaningful Yeah at first I found it really hard to concentrate and take seriously but it's actually really helpful to do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gia Posted February 23 Author Share Posted February 23 Yes. Now that I know how to do it I do it as much as I can. It makes me feel better. I wish I found out about it before! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dafniye Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 2 hours ago, gia said: I think you need to give it a try. The first times it might seem awkward and you might wonder what you're doing with yourself haha. But if you are focussed on what you're doing it becomes very meaningful I'll trust you all and do it. I don't see any harm, only a good outcome if it brings me peace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judas Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 On 2/21/2021 at 10:09 AM, Kaan Kaymaz said: Some of yall maybe make fun of me but Kim Kardashian's mediation playlist really helps me. It available on her personal Spotify account if you wanna check. Thanks for the suggestion 🤍🤍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gia Posted February 23 Author Share Posted February 23 Let me know if you succeed and if you like it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dafniye Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 Any tips for the process? I always wanna make sure I'm doing everything right before I begin it haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judas Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 If anyone is looking for free meditation music you can just search meditation music on youtube and they have loads of different options to try Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chimera2.0 Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 I don't mediate often, only when I had a headache and I listen to Julianna Barwick while mediating. This album: 'Healing Is A Miracle' is the album I listened to the most. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judas Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 8 minutes ago, taygerm said: thank u! no problem 🤍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judas Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 Also if you don't know what to do during the meditation, there are guided meditations for free on YouTube, just search "guided meditation". They guide you through the breathing and thought process. Hope this helps :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judas Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 6 minutes ago, taygerm said: thank u again! Anytime! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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