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I've been thinking of trying to work on this myself. Both as a way to manage stress in my life and as a way to put myself in a better creative mindset. Any good

I've been thinking of trying to work on this myself. Both as a way to manage stress in my life and as a way to put myself in a better creative mindset. Any good resources/tips?

xpose2000 12y ago
A good intro book is Zen Mind, Beginners Mind. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1590308492/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1590308492/ref=oh_details_o...
parley 12y ago
I'm a meditation novice so take this with a grain of salt, but the only "For Dummies"-book I've ever enjoyed was "Meditation For Dummies". It's not a heavy read like some meditation tomes can be but it's not very dumbed down either (IMHO), and it recognizes that some people are interested in the spiritual parts, some the philosophical, while some are only interested in the practical. The book has them all to a good extent, but helps you navigate to the parts that are of use to you. I'm sure YMMV and different books suit different people, but this one worked well for me. I recommend it, but regardless of what resource you use: There is calm to be found, and it can feel great. Good luck! Edit: Grammar.
nnoitra 12y ago
Make sure that when you sit(preferably lotus position) that you are comfortable. You can't meditate if you are uncomfortable. Focus on your breath as it goes in your lungs and your belly rises. Thoughts will appear, gently shift your attention back to the breath. Start with short(10 minute) sessions twice a day then move up if you wanna get better at it. And finally, meditation is a tool for self-exploration. Don't treat it like a chore. : )
MichaelAO 12y ago
This is hands down the best meditation advice I've come across. Put on some head phones, find a quiet place and enjoy. Alan Watts guided meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPpUNAFHgxM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPpUNAFHgxM
verdverm 12y ago
Conquest of Mind by Eknath Easwaran

I've been thinking of trying to work on this myself. Both as a way to manage stress in my life and as a way to put myself in a better creative mindset. Any good resources/tips?

xpose2000 12y ago

A good intro book is Zen Mind, Beginners Mind. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1590308492/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1590308492/ref=oh_details_o...

parley 12y ago

I'm a meditation novice so take this with a grain of salt, but the only "For Dummies"-book I've ever enjoyed was "Meditation For Dummies". It's not a heavy read like some meditation tomes can be but it's not very dumbed down either (IMHO), and it recognizes that some people are interested in the spiritual parts, some the philosophical, while some are only interested in the practical. The book has them all to a good extent, but helps you navigate to the parts that are of use to you. I'm sure YMMV and different books suit different people, but this one worked well for me. I recommend it, but regardless of what resource you use: There is calm to be found, and it can feel great. Good luck! Edit: Grammar.

nnoitra 12y ago

Make sure that when you sit(preferably lotus position) that you are comfortable. You can't meditate if you are uncomfortable. Focus on your breath as it goes in your lungs and your belly rises. Thoughts will appear, gently shift your attention back to the breath. Start with short(10 minute) sessions twice a day then move up if you wanna get better at it. And finally, meditation is a tool for self-exploration. Don't treat it like a chore. : )

MichaelAO 12y ago

This is hands down the best meditation advice I've come across. Put on some head phones, find a quiet place and enjoy. Alan Watts guided meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPpUNAFHgxM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPpUNAFHgxM

verdverm 12y ago

Conquest of Mind by Eknath Easwaran