Archives: 2008 December
What kind of meditation retreat, and how long should it be, to de-stress from an extremely intense job?
December 31st, 2008, 2 Comments
mlw11743 asked: I have meditated before but I need more depth over a sustained period of time.
I’m seeing a psychologist for stress and resulting depression, and he is very supportive of a meditation retreat. He recommends 3-5 days, not the 10 day vipasanna type right now.
This would also be best located in the [...]
Why do people do that certain pose during meditation?
December 30th, 2008, 6 Comments
mishy asked: Like the one where they take their thumb and finger and make a circle for both hands, you know what I mean?
And what do people think about during meditation?
I do yoga, but I wanna start meditating because I’m stressed out sometimes. Any tips? =) Thank you!ISAAC
How do I get started in meditation?
December 28th, 2008, 3 Comments
hotsauce asked: I am trying to learn to meditate and I am looking for techniques that might be helpful. Is breathing essential or can I meditate without the inhale and vocal exhale? Is it better to sit cross legged or does it matter? What can I expect when I have mastered the [...]
What is Transcendental Meditation and How its been practiced?
December 27th, 2008, Comments Off
Narza asked: I have found some kind of meditation called Transcendental Meditation from newspaper lately but there is no detail description about it. If anyone can share the info’s, its very thankfulERICKA
How has meditation changed your life?
December 26th, 2008, 8 Comments
fireheart412 asked: I am studying Buddhism, and practicing meditation. I’d like to hear your stories of how meditation has changed your life. Do you see the world more clearly now?CHARLOTTE
What type of meditation should i use to stop worrying and to wake up my mind and focus?
December 24th, 2008, 1 Comment
Jay D asked: There are many types of Meditation (not medication). I was wonder which would be best to relive me of my worries and help wake up my mind and help me focusTRACEY
What would be the best Yoga or meditation camp or vacation for my parents in India?
December 22nd, 2008, 4 Comments
vipul sharma asked: I want to send my parents to a vacation where they can relax and do some yoga and meditation. I want the whole trip be comfortable and can be booked online. Any suggestions?SHARI
Do you think there is any similarity between creating art and meditation?
December 22nd, 2008, 2 Comments
chrisp2424 asked: I’m wondering if creating art has any of the same effects as meditation. It would be interesting if there are any studies on this. I remember hearing that listening to music for professional musicians activates similar areas of the brain to meditation.MADELEINE
Which form of meditation can you recommend and why?
December 21st, 2008, 3 Comments
Drunken Spiritus asked: 2nd question: Why is awarness so important in meditation?
and if it has something to do with a direct awarness of death, then what kind of effects would that have on society?
(e.g. if one should live each moment, that might mean for some quitting your 9 to 5 job and travelling around living [...]
How can i develope good posture for meditation?
December 20th, 2008, 3 Comments
tehckisnow asked: when i sit with my back unsupported, such as in a position like crossed legs(indian style) or lotus position, my lower(usually) back begins hurting within several minutes. this is obviousley a big distraction from my meditation practice, but i really like the idea of using this position for meditation. specifically, what [...]
