Comment by Sandy (administrator) on January 24, 2013 at 1:53pm

Sorry, Fran, I have the same problem.  

Comment by PAULA KASTELEC on January 24, 2013 at 2:01pm

I cant seem to be able to meditate..I dont know what to do or how to start..Ive prayed all my life . But I cant seem to meditate.My mind is a blank and stays that way..I need to learn how to do it...

Comment by sandy partain on January 24, 2013 at 2:10pm

For me, I pray. Prayer is a form of meditation and if I fall asleep, It's meant to be. Fran, maybe you need to rest....

Comment by Frances Mary on January 24, 2013 at 2:13pm

I listen to youtube meditations by Brian Weiss it's like 15 minutes long but it's really good I always feel very peaceful listening to Dr.Weiss but I'd love to get through his meditation to the very end without conking out lol

Comment by William R. Schuck on January 24, 2013 at 3:58pm

My wife works during the day and while she is working I am alone at home. I do research on subjects of interest and when I'm through I will go to my favorite spot the recliner and go into meditation. When I was much younger my mind was filled with activity. It was a problem for me to make quiet. As I have aged I find it easier to still my mind. Today I set down for meditation and almost instantly my mind became quiet. I was taught early on that a person must first make the mind still and hold this stance for as long as possible if they hope for any peace of mind. Additionally, I was taught not to look for phenomena as this will cause the mind to be restless. After four decades I am pleased with my inner work. It is nice to set down for thirty minutes and make the mind still. During this period much of the stress of life is lifted and peace reigns.

Comment by Frances Mary on January 24, 2013 at 4:35pm

Appreciate your response William, it's very helpful what you say about stilling the mind.  I still need help to get into a peaceful calm state that's why I'm reliant on videos and tapes. I'd love to be able to relax so easily as you do in your easy chair :)

 

 

Comment by Denis Dale Purcell on January 24, 2013 at 5:55pm

Try sitting fully upright when you meditate in a straight-backed chair, Frances.  This should keep you alert.

Comment by Frances Mary on January 24, 2013 at 10:30pm

Wow Denis that's a great idea, thank you!!

Comment by Leroy Carney III on January 25, 2013 at 3:48am

Hi Fran, I have never really gave a good effort at meditating although I've been thinking of trying it more and more here lately. I read an article some time ago that said to concentrate on your breathing that it is a very important part. It mentioned that you should try to feel all the sensation of the air entering your nostrils and passing into your lungs and to try to get a steady rhythm to your breathing taking real deep slow breaths and slowly get into the rhythm of depth of breath and the pace of breathing that is best for you. I plan to try it myself once I actually sit down and give it a good faith try:P Any time I close my eyes I seem to pass out not to long after:P

Love to all as well:)

 

Skeet (Leroy)

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