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by alwaysnow on November 25th, 2008
For a long time I thought that I was a "meditator" having "experiences" only to discover that the "I" that thought it was meditating didn't exist except as an idea held in the mind. That was my most profound experience. Well, it wasn't really an experience but a realization - there is a difference. All of those flashy experiences and states of bliss that people (including me) get caught up in are just so much smoke that blocks the seeing of reality.
by Colt COAT of Justice on November 27th, 2008
I am filled with Peace. I am taken away from problems and rest in place without worry!
by Anon y mouse on February 11th, 2009
Real meditation is not about experiences but about what is experiencing.
"A friend whose meditation teacher had made quite a fuss over him in India because of several extraordinary experiences, returned to this country. Soon after he was back he went to visit a well-known Korean Zen master. The Zen master asked him how his practice was going. With some pride, he told of his many remarkable visions and insights, and of the depth of certain moments in his meditation. The Korean master looked about the room, paused, and asked, "And where are those experiences now?"
- Stephen Levine, A Gradual Awakening
by starrrgazer on January 20th, 2009
no longer needing anti-anxiety medication, my blood pressure going down to normal, being much more healthy both emotionally/mentally and physically
by Pandoras out of her box on January 16th, 2009
self awareness, out of body, vast spiritual xperiences, and a greater awareness of the way the universe moves around me, which sounds weierd but can help you position yourself for acheiving success and much more.
by Anon y mouse on November 27th, 2008
Just this! Washing up, feeding the cats, working, talking, eating, sleeping. Wonderful experiences. There are none better. And if you don't get this, because you haven't done any genuine meditation yet, consider what famous teachers ancient and modern have said about the same point, "Carrying water and chopping wood are the activities of the Buddha," - Huang Chu. "The everyday mind is Buddha." - Nansen "Isn’t it wonderful, isn’t it marvelous? My wondrous activity is chopping wood and carrying water.” - Layman Pang. “Chopping wood is meditation. Carrying water is meditation.” - Thich Nhat Hanh
by Colt COAT of Justice on November 27th, 2008
Peace within! Harmony with my surroundings. Better physical and mental health. Happiness
by Go know thyself is THE RED QUEEN on November 27th, 2008
I wouldn't even know where to begin explaining it to you so that you would both believe me and understand.
I practiced Hatha Yoga in the past, I got into it because I was a singer and it felt like the natural thing to do for breathing... I found out fast that it does far more that just that, for someone like me.
by Robert on November 5th, 2009
There are many forms or styles of meditation, they all require the activation of the "relaxation response". Yes it does work and it is beneficial.
by CaRbOnPrOdUcK is Baccuss on July 30th, 2009
It's helped even my moods out and made me less dangerous.
by Tactics8427 on July 30th, 2009
When I consistently meditate I naturally get things done and am more relaxed. Every time I go into a meditation I have trouble convincing myself that it will help, but every time I meditate I am amazed from the results. Meditation is very beneficial when used right.
by Jiggle on July 21st, 2009
Peace of mind and further awakening.
by twonetis on June 30th, 2009
Well just to be a little bit contrary - in a good spirit, really.
There is no one experience that is one iota more important than another. All experience points only to consciousness and nowhere else. It is a bloody miracle that there is experience at all - if you want to look at it that way. Consciousness can dream up this entire thing so why is just another experience such a big deal. Meditator's come up with preposterous stuff all the time and openly admit that consciousness is capable of anything at all. It is a chemical soup. Big deal! What is learned from that?
Have the experience and move on with the knowledge that, in meditation, shit happens, but it is all in consciousness. Just don't identify with it. It is not what you are. You don't know what you are and not knowing is total release. This is my experience in meditation.
OK, sorry I was maybe a lot contrary.....
Very best wishes anyway. ;-)
by Baba on June 20th, 2009
From neanderthal to enlightenment
a slogan for meditation?
Close enough...
Before meditation i saw the world as fixed forms, solid matter,
and no lifeforce awareness.
Meditation will take you to the center of your universe, the center of existence.
Very lucky i am to have spent some time with a few Spiritual Masters in India.
Learned how to go straight to the source of life.
So for me Meditation is similar to breathing.
Meditation is the key to seeing what has always been, and will always be...
Meditation brings one into a state of higher awareness
so that we transcend the forms and separations of this physical world.
it brings us into the levels of Energy and levels of light.
So for me meditation is more than just a tool for relaxing, but it is a direct connection to the lifeforce within.
by bookworm on June 19th, 2009
my only experience thus far has been mild frustration at failing, and amusement at falling asleep. it's really difficult for me, but i'm getting a little better every time i try.
by alwaysnow on June 19th, 2009
What's important is the discovery of what you actually are, not having "experiences". Meditation is good to the degree that it helps in that discovery, otherwise it is just another obstacle to realizing your true nature. You can have loads of interesting, exciting, and wondrous experiences, but anything that comes and goes isn't worth having if you don't know what you are.
by uththara on April 1st, 2009
peace ,many others
by Baba on February 28th, 2009
Illumination and Absolute Harmony
by dea_ex_machina on November 25th, 2008
Hmmmm..let me think about that...
by Namaste formerly future_health_educator on May 24th, 2008
Meditation
My body so heavy, sinks in the chair
while my spirit so light, flies through the air.
Old loved ones of mine appear at my side,
while angels and guides say come for a ride.
So many places to visit both near and far
from my old homeland to a great pulsar.
I travel the distance in the blink of an eye
while time awaits and stands idly by.
Although I would like to stay and fly
I know that life soon will be passing me by.
And from far far way
I hear a voice say.
It’s time to come back and open your eyes
that you don’t want to is no surprise.
But the time has come
for your greatly needed here.
You can come back next week
so never fear.
Sorry I couldn't resist posting some poetry. I am not sure if you are asking what it is like or how it has helped me.
Mediatation is a very personal experience. But for me it is like my mind seperates from my body. Sometimes I see/hear things in my imagination sometimes I just get really relaxed.
by Sharona Life is a Tale Told by an Idiot on August 17th, 2009
My thoughts broke their bonds, my mind transcended all limitations, consciousness expands in every direction, dormant forces, faculties and talents come alive.
by Carl_07 on August 17th, 2009
Meditating while refreshing my mind while I get some quiet and peace around me.
by Don Gorgeous George on August 17th, 2009
Practicing meditation has taught me to turn off the thoughts in my mind so I can start fresh at any moment, helping me to be at my best any time throughout the day. It has shown me how to direct my thoughts so I can focus them into achieving a desired goal.
by Phillis - Zacks little sister on July 30th, 2009
I had an OOB experience. I was suddenly standing behind myself, seeing myself from behind. Since the silly in me exists, I have to say, I thought my hair looked pretty good from the back. I always wondered how other people saw me. After that, I knew! +5
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