Meditate Daily: Discover the Path to Meditator's High
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Chapter 1: The Journey of Daily Meditation
Meditation can transform your life, but many abandon the practice before experiencing its benefits. People often treat meditation as a quick fix, forgetting that it's a gradual process that requires dedication and patience. Initially, you may feel exhilarated after your first taste of meditation bliss, but as you progress, challenges arise.
When you first start, the excitement is palpable. You’ve read motivational books and spoken to seasoned meditators, ready to embark on your journey. However, as you sit in silence, your mind may rebel. The ego, uncomfortable with stillness, starts to voice its dissatisfaction: “Why am I doing this? What’s the purpose? This is dull.” Before long, the minutes can feel like hours, leading to skipped days and eventually abandoning your practice altogether.
The essence of this article is a call to action: meditate every single day until you experience what I term "meditator's high"—even if it feels tedious at first. Trust me, the rewards are well worth the effort.
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Meditator's High: A Positive Habit
The feeling of meditator's high is akin to runner's high; it’s a blissful state that encourages daily practice. Missing a session can leave you feeling incomplete. However, the profound experience of meditation only becomes apparent when you commit to a consistent routine. The less effort you exert in trying to force it, the quicker you will attain this heightened state.
Just as runner's high comes after consistent practice, so does meditator's high. Initially, you may not experience the joy of meditation, but with time and dedication, you’ll find it. Start with brief sessions, gradually extending their duration as you become more comfortable.
Find Your Flow
Meditator's high is characterized by a sense of calm and awareness. Imagine a moment when you find yourself deeply immersed in meditation. You’ll notice a profound stillness enveloping you, a sensation of being in sync with your breath. Time seems to dissolve, and when you finally check the clock, you’re astounded at how quickly the time has passed.
The Art of Allowing
Achieving meditator's high is not something you can force. It’s like trying to coax a cat to you; the more you chase it, the more elusive it becomes. Instead, if you relax and allow the experience to come to you, it will eventually settle in your lap.
Initiating Your Daily Practice
Approach your meditation with intention. Don’t impulsively decide to start meditating daily without proper preparation. Instead, plan your first session a few days ahead. Create a conducive environment—perhaps a space adorned with meaningful items like candles or family photos—to make your practice sacred.
Communicate your intentions to those you live with; they’ll likely support your commitment just as they would for someone pursuing a physical fitness goal. Meditating daily is a significant mental workout that warrants respect.
Your First Steps into Meditation
Listening is a powerful entry point into meditation. Sit quietly and immerse yourself in the sounds around you, treating them as a symphony rather than distractions. Allow your thoughts to flow freely without labeling or judging them, merging the external and internal experiences into one cohesive moment.
Timing and Methodology
Select a meditation duration that feels manageable—start with five or ten minutes. Use simple methods, such as focusing on your breath. If your mind starts to complain about boredom, acknowledge it but don’t act on it; remain seated until your timer sounds.
Commit to meditating for a week straight before reconsidering your practice. When challenges arise, remind yourself that it’s only a few minutes. Approach meditation with patience and view yourself as a novice on this journey. Once you reach that serene state known as meditator's high, you’ll find the experience rewarding and addictive.
Conclusion: The Path to Meditator’s High
If you want to cultivate a meditation practice, commit to it daily. In doing so, you’ll improve your skills and deepen your experience. At first, it may seem daunting, but perseverance is key. Keep it simple, progress at your own pace, and soon you’ll discover the joy of meditator's high.
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By establishing a daily meditation routine, you will eventually find that the time spent in stillness feels effortless, and you’ll look forward to it each day.
Thank you for taking the time to read this.
Gary
May 2022