by Reverend Ashira Goddard

Created on: April 13, 2008

Meditation does not have to be a religious event. Many people use meditation simply to help relieve stress, lower blood pressure, or breathing through a seizure. There is a saying to seek is to find. The problem is that in the hectic, fast paced lives we live in, mediaation can be more of a distratctions then the quietness of inner solace. It can be a challenge, but what better way to seek for inner solace than through the practice of meditation. The rewards of learning meditation will be beneficial beyond your imagination.

Here are a few simple tips to begin learning how to meditate on your own in the privacy of your own home.

To start meditation at home you need to create a personal sanctuary that will assist you in blocking out the "chaos" that surrounds our every day lives. By doing this for yourself, you wll create an atmosphere that will reinforce your desire to nature yourself, relax and become quiet in your mind. An added bonus is that this will also allow you practice in setting boundaries with those around you.

The personal sanctuary can be as simple or elaborate as you would like to make it. Figuring out where to "build" this sanctuary is the most difficult part of meditation. Here are several points to consider in creating your personal sanctuary:

Find a place where you can go and ensure privacy

A separate area with a door that can be closed or weather permitting a quiet place outside

Setting a time schedule to follow will ensure that you build meditation into your daily routine.

Discover the practical way that is most comfortable for you to be in during meditation. For some it is sitting in a relaxed position with their feet on the floor, for others it may be laying down. There is no right or wrong way to meditate.

Try to set up meaningful symbols to focus upon whether it is a simple lit candle or a complete altar of items. If outside, find a flower or tree that is stationary to focus on.

Dim light rather than bright light usually works best.

Creating a personal sanctuary should be enjoyable. Use meaningful items you already own as your focal points. The important key is to find where you can connect with your inner self the best. Again for some it will be a quiet, clutter free space inside and for others it will be a place in nature that soothes their soul. Either way, the most important aspect is create the space and follow through with an action plan of practicing meditation daily.

To find tranquility and peace in the chaotic lives of today is an aspiration

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