I always started by closing my eyes, but found that having them open felt... better. More natural. Not exactly sure - i just started preferring it. FWIW, there

I always started by closing my eyes, but found that having them open felt... better. More natural. Not exactly sure - i just started preferring it. FWIW, there are some popular books[1] that recommend the eyes open approach - which surprised me when I first read about it. [1]: http://www.amazon.com/The-Joy-Living-Unlocking-Happiness/dp/0307347311/ref=cm_wl_huc_item http://www.amazon.com/The-Joy-Living-Unlocking-Happiness/dp/...