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    Top 5 meditation tips for beginners

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    Do you love the idea of practising meditation but find yourself constantly putting it in the too hard basket? Well, take a deep breath and relax, because that's about to change...

    Meditation has many health benefits, including stress reduction and increased resilience and focus, says Louise Ring, spa director at Chuan Spa, The Langham Melbourne. And while starting out may seem a little intimidating, it's never going to be too daunting when you're armed with these tricks...

    LOUISE'S TOP 5 MEDITATION TIPS FOR BEGINNERS

    #1. You don't have to meditate for long.

    Attempting to complete as little as five or 10 minutes a day is a great starting point.

    #2. You don't need to purchase expensive equipment.

    There's no need for an specific items, really; all you need is a quiet place where you feel comfortable to sit for a certain period of time.

    #3. Getting distracted is perfectly normal.

    Don't be discouraged if you find your mind wandering off in different directions. When you notice your thoughts coming and going, gently bring your attention back to your breath.

    #4. There's no perfect place for meditation.

    It just has to be comfortable. This means your perfect place could be your bedroom, study or garden. The possibilities are endless.

    #5. Try not to give up too easily.

    Signing up for a meditation class is a great way to ensure you remain focused and committed to making meditation a part of your life. Focus on how you want to make meditation work for you, and give yourself a positive goal to work towards. (Read: stress relief or better quality of sleep.) If you fall off the meditation wagon, don’t beat yourself up; just begin your daily practise again without making yourself feel guilty.

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    Do you practise mediation? If so, what are your tips for those starting out? Have you experienced any great health benefits from regular meditation?    

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    BeautySwan88 16 Nov 2020 2:54 AM

    Reading this article makes me want to start meditating immediately.

    Susmat 26 Sep 2020 2:37 PM

    My mind is full of wanderings....

    Jodie730 18 Aug 2020 7:46 PM

    I really need to do this. I need to practice as I find my mind wondering so much.

    Peta908 31 Mar 2018 3:33 PM

    I gwt distracted so easily@

    Shop A Everyday 31 Dec 2017 11:31 PM

    It's good to be calm, you handle things much better

    BeautifulJusty 6 Jul 2017 7:46 AM

    Persist. Even if it's only for a few minutes each day to begin with.

    clearcrystalwater 20 Jun 2017 12:42 PM

    Good luck to all the mums, like myself, who have virtually no chance of getting time alone to do anything relaxing! lol! I actually enjoyed my last MRI when I had no-one interrupting my thoughts and calling out 'mum' for something! ; )

    elmorules 4 Apr 2017 10:19 AM

    I was so stress that i was making my self sick with worry stress the list goes on. I came across Yoga studio by accident . I walk in the next class was in 25 min so i went to big w picked up bike short and t-shirt turn of phone and started yoga my first time and love it . i have never looked back.That was 2 years ago . Thursday are my Yoga and Meditation days. I have learnt so much from yoga and meditation . Yes i still do stress but not as much some things i can control some i cant. Other thing i do to relax are writing, colouring,reading. Do try to relax.

    ThisIsMe 4 Apr 2017 8:47 AM

    I need to try this!! Hard for me to just block out alot of things though!

    Shop A Everyday 28 Nov 2016 2:06 AM

    A great way to relax

    MelissaFay89 18 May 2016 8:57 AM

    Im more about mindfulness and just being present

    Yohanna 17 May 2016 4:14 PM

    It is so beneficial on so many levels. Everything gets easy to manage and word "stress" is just a word. Have no idea what it is any more

    Shop A Everyday 30 Dec 2015 12:04 PM

    I need to be be able to learn to relax

    Goldcat 5 Dec 2014 9:08 AM

    never tried it before.

    Growing old 3 Sep 2014 4:34 AM

    I've been very committed in the past to conquer meditating. My mind is never silenced. It's always busy. After months of committed attempting to do it I went back to trying to be mindful. I would walk on my own and only focus on the moment. The colours of the bush or flower right there at that moment, the smells the sounds...just staying in that moment and I found that way easier than meditating and had really positive results from my 'mindful' times. Stress levels were decreased sleep improved and the obvious benefits of daily excersise. For those that battle to achieve the meditative space I'd highly recommend trying 'mindfulness'

    Yohanna 17 May 2016 4:12 PM

    My mind is all over the place and very busy constantly (even in sleep) but also similar techniques work for me. As being present, and witnessing instead of being lost in it

    Yohanna 17 May 2016 4:10 PM

    That is also one of the techniques towards to that state of meditation. Many ways we can do it, and love your approach ♥

    bmill229 13 Jul 2014 3:38 PM

    Great Tips.

    Britty1 9 Jul 2014 6:28 AM

    meditation daily for 5-10 mins is my goal for the second half of the year...

    gorjus 3 May 2014 7:56 AM

    Thanks for this article. I keep getting distracted and have been practising for a while now, but I'll get there eventually!

    emily612 1 May 2014 2:26 AM

    yoga was my way into meditation!

    Ellyloves 21 Apr 2014 9:14 AM

    I get so distracted

    Goldcat 9 Apr 2014 2:54 AM

    I have not tried meditation before, there just never seems a right time for it.

    Dreamy 5 Apr 2014 12:02 PM

    I would love to but cant focus for long. Need some classes to learn

    Pinkswoon 24 Mar 2014 11:20 AM

    informative article is something i love. i have to try meditation again...just need to be more patience with myself!

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