Regarding yoga meditation, the reason why yoga can become a relaxing exercise is that it can make people meditate involuntarily in the process of practicing yoga, and meditation is also the main purpose of yoga. In order to help you know more about yoga meditation, the following content is about yoga meditation.
About Yoga Meditation Many yoga practitioners are talking about meditation, but what is real meditation is really specious to a great extent.
In addition, because Ms. Zhang Huilan's yoga only mentions voice meditation, many people think that only chanting Sanskrit is yoga meditation.
In fact, there are many meditation methods in yoga. It will make specific settings according to the different purposes of practicing yoga and the individual differences of practitioners (including physiology, psychology, way of thinking, personality, etc.). ).
Generally speaking, there is a gradual process from the concentration of the mind to the observation of inaction in theory, and there is a gradual process from stopping thinking to understanding in the absence of thought (it seems difficult to understand. It can be called the gradual process of real meditation.
To put it simply, beginners must unify their surging and changeable hearts through focused training to achieve the initial peace of mind; Then continue to go deep until the real mind stops completely, but at this time people are highly awake and spotless in the clarity. Then, in this state of meditation, we will have a purposeful understanding (but not thinking). For example, "Where does life come from and where does death go?" And "Where does thinking come from?" Such as "where is the destination of life?"
As for the training of concentration, it is all carried out by using people's five senses or the function of consciousness. Voice meditation is just one of many methods, and its purpose is only to make people concentrate initially without confusion and escape. Others, such as focusing on a certain color or candlelight, the sun or moon or vanity. Focus on the inhalation and exhalation of the nose; Focus on Sanskrit meditation, with the function of hearing; Visual concentration has conscious thinking function (such as thinking about the sea, flowers, grassland, blue sky and white clouds or the image of a saint, etc.). ); Through the body's sensory function, observe the body's reaction and sensory concentration during meditation. ...........
There are many ways to focus, but all of them are just methods or processes. The redefinition of meditation lies in the realization after stopping thinking (similar to the realization of Zen).
Among many concentration training, observation and breathing training are very effective and have far-reaching significance for the improvement of body and mind. On this point, I plan to talk about it in the future discussion.
In a word, it is a kind of accomplishment that can not be ignored in everyone's life to let the chaotic and out-of-control mind settle down and sort out the mess.
How to start yoga meditation 1 and understand the purpose of meditation.
Meditation has no specific purpose. Different people may practice meditation for different reasons. Many people try to calm their brains, talk to themselves, breathe better, improve their health, control their anxiety, enhance their creativity and become passionate. So before you take the next step, it is important to know the purpose of your meditation practice.
Step 2 set a timetable
It is very important for beginners to choose the right time to meditate. It is best to meditate at a fixed time every day to ensure that there is no interference during this time. Only in this way can you feel the relaxation and enjoyment brought by meditation. At the same time, you can meditate regularly to achieve your own meditation purpose. According to previous literature, dawn and dusk are the best time to practice meditation.
Step 3 choose a quiet place
Quiet environment can make meditation easy and enjoyable, so choose a place away from interference. It's best to turn off all electronic devices, such as mobile phones and computers. Aromatherapy, candles or fragrant flowers can be placed in meditation places. Meditation in dim light can bring more calming effects, and playing some soft music can also help to relax the brain.
Step 4 wear comfortable clothes
Wear light and comfortable clothes when meditating. Take off your shoes and socks, you can sit down in a more relaxed posture and take off your uncomfortable clothes at the same time. Because it is important to avoid any distraction in meditation.
5. Stretch and warm up before meditation.
Before meditation or any exercise, it is best to do some stretching and warm-up exercises. Warm-up can eliminate irritability, improve blood circulation, make the body lighter, and lay a good foundation for long-term meditation and meditation.
6. Choose a simple and basic meditation plan.
Beginners can start with simple meditation. As you gradually develop these simple patterns, you can try other more complex meditations, such as walking meditation. Don't have complicated contact information from the beginning. At the beginning of meditation, you can sit on the floor or chair with your legs crossed. Don't use a comfortable recliner or bed, because you may accidentally fall asleep!
7. Meditate in a comfortable posture
Sit up straight in a comfortable posture, relax your neck and shoulders, and keep your spine straight. Close your eyes while meditating.
8. Meditate after your stomach is empty.
It is easier to meditate on an empty stomach, but don't meditate when you are particularly hungry, because food will occupy your brain. It is best to meditate 2 hours after meals or 1 hour after coffee, so as to avoid the interference of digestive system in meditation.
9. Practice deep breathing
By taking a deep breath, you can concentrate on meditation. The rhythm of breathing can also help the brain to reach a state of meditation.
10, keep smiling.
Smiling can not only relax you, but also convey an eternal peaceful experience. At the end of meditation, remember to open your eyes slowly.