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A bit off topic. I think it's fascinating when people say that meditation doesn't work for them but then discover the benefits of meditative states all on thei
by quocanh 5y ago
A bit off topic.
I think it's fascinating when people say that meditation doesn't work for them but then discover the benefits of meditative states all on their own. That's what Quiet is anyway.
- neuronic 5y agoMeditation works for them but they have to overcome many obstacles before seeing even the slightest sliver of success. The brain is manipulated into a very agitated state due to constant engagement. 24/7-be-ready on your phone with 35 TikTok videos followed by WhatsApp messages and then 3 emails from your boss after 8pm. You have to overcome this shit to even just reach the starting point of people who tried meditation a few decades ago.
- quocanh 5y agoThe tricky thing is how do you tell someone this? It's like being unable to do a pullup. You can try but if you can't even get one rep in then it just feels like wasted effort. The way that the author figured out on her own is a great way to learn how to meditate. If you can't do meditation, then don't. Try reading a book. Turning off your phone. Going for a walk. Just like how if you can't do a pullup, do light dumbbell curls or use the assisted weight machine. Do the easier thing first and then you'll build up strength. I suspect that if she were to try meditation today, then she would be ready. It's not so hard. We were all born with the Quiet.