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ChrisC · 11-09-2006, 08:35 PM

Hi WaytoTwighlight,

You appear to be on the right track. Advances come by grace, which cannot be forced. The only other thing I might suggest is to keep your eyes closed and focus your inner "visual" attention to a point on your forehead, between your eyes. If you see points of light, then keep your gaze focused on that.

All the while focus your attention on whatever mantra you are using. When you notice your attention diverting or you realize "hey, I've just been thinking about my job (or whatever)" then gently bring your attention back to the mantra, doing so without beating yourself up.

Are you meditating daily? Consistency (even if for only 15 minutes) is more important that sporadic sessions. Occasionally, schedule a longer session, too.

Best wishes.

11-09-2006, 08:35 PM	#10 (permalink)
ChrisC Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 28	Hi WaytoTwighlight, You appear to be on the right track. Advances come by grace, which cannot be forced. The only other thing I might suggest is to keep your eyes closed and focus your inner "visual" attention to a point on your forehead, between your eyes. If you see points of light, then keep your gaze focused on that. All the while focus your attention on whatever mantra you are using. When you notice your attention diverting or you realize "hey, I've just been thinking about my job (or whatever)" then gently bring your attention back to the mantra, doing so without beating yourself up. Are you meditating daily? Consistency (even if for only 15 minutes) is more important that sporadic sessions. Occasionally, schedule a longer session, too. Best wishes.