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Yoga:

Why Meditation ?

While the body is made up of the heavier elements of earth and water, it functions through the lighter elements of fire and air. The pitta, fire or heat of the body controls all digestive processes and the vata, air or vital energy lends its spark to the nervous system.The element of fire lends reason and perception to the mind, while water and earth lends it emotion and physical identification. But our mental functions proceed through the heavier elements of fire, water and earth.

It is the practice by which there is constant observation of the mind. It requires you to focus your mind at one point and make your mind still in order to perceive the ‘self’. Through the practice of Meditation, you will achieve a greater sense of purpose and strength of will. It also helps you achieve a clearer mind, improve your concentration, and discover the wisdom and tranquility within you.

The subtle state of mind, which is the ultimate stage of meditation, requires a tremendous amount of energy to reach. An absolute harmony between our gross physical realm, sensual realm and our life energy is the prerequisite of a meditative state of mind.Once the mind has been cleared of disturbing, off-putting thoughts, you get a new perspective and find novel ways to cope with stress and other problems.

You become more aware of yourself and remain in the here and now not on your never ending what to do list.Zen meditation, movement meditation are other types of meditation. However don’t let the thought of meditating the “proper” way add to your problems. True, you can definitely go to special meditation classes or group sessions conducted by trained teachers to practice Zen meditation