I have meditated on and off for around 6 years and never experienced a thoughtless state. On the contrary, by using a mantra or other focus it is possible to concentrate on one thing and ignore all other thoughts. I find this very easy. I don't daydream any more. But a thoughtless state? Never had it.
Perhaps the thoughtless state comes about due to relaxation more than concentration. I wouldn't know though since i have panic disorder. I'm going to be getting valium soon so i will meditate on that and see if that brings me to a thoughtless state.
The thing is, i totally cannot understand how someone would know they were in a thoughtless state. I have heard people say they were thoughtless but have no recall of it. That sounds like sleep to me. Perhaps they get into the lotus posture and go to sleep!
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