how to start?

Hi Maury, There are classes on meditation but it can also be self-taught. I would suggest going to your library and taking out some books on transcendental meditation. There are also breathing exercises that will help you to calm down and relax. It takes a lot of practice and patience. It sounds like you may have an anger issue??? not sure. I think councelling would help but not sure if that is an option for you. I know it can be costly. Go to the library.

Hi there... I think all of the suggestions given in your discussion are very good. I really hope you have begun acting on them. I am also having a pretty stressful job with deadlines. I would like to start meditating myself. But, I am a little anxious about a coupla things - consistency & discipline... Once I do decide on starting meditation, I really hope I can continue it.... Do let me know how are you doing with your meditation regime & what you've been taught (if ur going for meditation classes)... Thanks...

Hi, You can start meditating by concentrating on your breath. Focus on how your breath goes in and out. When you master it.. soon, maybe you can focus on some objects to concentrate to. But, however, I think the best thing to concentrate to is to focus on breath.

Well first you need some free time to meditate. Also there could be some meditation classes in your town. Or at least yoga which is also kind of meditation. Also can find some friends. However if you don't have any in your town or just don't want going to that kind of classes than you can try search for some types in the net. It can be difficult in the start but with practice you will make it!

Start in your room? Then if it is silent there's no problem at all. We are facing the same situation here. I also like to meditate and give myself a break. But still all of my crazy schedules are killing me. :(

hey, its easy to start meditating . you just need a peaceful atmosphere, and flat surface to sit . just sit and start repeating a word or some in your mind. i suggest that you should sit on ground or the not very soft surface .

i have not idea how to start meditation but when like sucks me up, i try my best to think of happy thoughts and if that does not work, i do something that will make me happy. The most recent breakdown, i painted and from there i was able to relax.

starting at the beginning is usually good, relaxing cant be rushed otherwise its counter productive

Hi, First thing is try to cultivate a positive attitude towards life. I don’t think so we can find anyone who has no worries in life and if you keep on thinking only about your problems, they will be there till you find solutions for them. Meditation is one of the best ways to be focused on life and help you develop concentration. To start with you may try the OM Therapy. This is reciting OM with closed ears and eyes sitting in a quiet place to relieve your stress. OM symbolizes goodness, power, meditation or respect. The note I got is by chanting OM or AUM, we get a relaxed body, a balanced hormonal system, a youthful look, helps increase concentration among children. A regular practice helps you to control your nerves as well. Say it loud and experience its positive vibrations. You may also take a course on ‘Art of Living’ in your city. Take care and Ctrl your temper... Keep smiling. & welcome to mylot.

I decided to spend 15 miniutes every morning and evening for mrditation, but I was not able to make it. Everyday I feel stressed and couldn't focus my engery to one thing. I will try the meditation after I post this reply. We can encourage each other. Good luck to you.

Whosoever has suggested you to concentrate on your breathes is right.But if you find it difficult,then I am suggesting you an easier method.Just sit comfortably and concentrate on your thoughts.Watch what type of thoughts come to your mind.If thoughts of disappointment or worry or fear or other negative emotions come to your mind,then don't check them.Don't try to stop or change or resist them.But don't let yourself get swayed away by them either.Just keep watching them.Keep watching all types of your thoughts;both good and bad,positive and negative.Just keep watching them without letting yourself being affected by them.Gradually you will succeed in making your mind calm and quiet and your creativity will increase manifold.