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youcould2 · 11-14-2006, 03:14 PM

I have been practicing meditation for over 20 years. This is part of my lifestyle as a Buddhist.

I do practice every day -- usually every morning upon waking and every evening before sleep. If my day permits, I will also meditate in the mid-day. I generally meditate in the same place in my home, unless I'm not at home. I will also, if the weather is agreeable, meditate outside. I'm fortunate to live in a place where the sounds of outside are almost always the sounds of nature, which in turn, make for a powerful meditation time.

My teacher taught me in a similar way as "billthomas" -- quiet the mind by letting those intrusive thoughts just flow through and to bring your mind back to the moment by focusing on the breath.

I also do have a small gong timer to let me know when it is time to return.

HTH ...

Shanti,

Ron

11-14-2006, 03:14 PM	#5 (permalink)
youcould2 Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Dayton, Ohio Posts: 27	I have been practicing meditation for over 20 years. This is part of my lifestyle as a Buddhist. I do practice every day -- usually every morning upon waking and every evening before sleep. If my day permits, I will also meditate in the mid-day. I generally meditate in the same place in my home, unless I'm not at home. I will also, if the weather is agreeable, meditate outside. I'm fortunate to live in a place where the sounds of outside are almost always the sounds of nature, which in turn, make for a powerful meditation time. My teacher taught me in a similar way as "billthomas" -- quiet the mind by letting those intrusive thoughts just flow through and to bring your mind back to the moment by focusing on the breath. I also do have a small gong timer to let me know when it is time to return. HTH ... Shanti, Ron __________________ My Blog About Whatever I'm Thinking at the Moment! My Blog About Health and Wellness! "You must be the change you want to see in the world." ~Gandhi