Sometimes it can be difficult to focus while meditating therefore, we either give up or cut the meditation short. Meditating for even 5 or 10 minutes is better than not meditating at all. But if we want to meditate peacefully and longer, we need to consider some steps.
You must understand how beneficial meditating is for you in the first place. Did you know that even when you are thinking, you lose energy? As you know, one of my own quotes and favorite sayings is, “Everything is energy and everything is connected.” Yes, if you think a lot you will lose some energy and focus and if the thoughts are negative, more energy will be lost and every single negative thought is a poison for your health and well-being.
If you experienced a good meditation session, I must assume you already noticed the good benefits from it. The practice of meditation is not the only reason for stress relief. It is much more than that. It is a needed break from our busy lives.
Meditation is a good reason to get rid of distractions. Yes, I want you to focus on the word “distractions”. Many of us are distracted by so many things in our lives and it becomes difficult for us to think and concentrate and get in touch with our inner light. You need a break to take a deep breath and stop all the worries and unnecessary nonsense. Meditation is the time to say “stop” to this energy-draining negative thinking.
1- Make the Time
There is no excuse to not have any time. You can always use at least 5 minutes of your time to meditate and get your mind off of distractions. There are thousands of distractions in our lives. Don’t let them slow you down and make you forget important things in your life.
2-Choose a Silent and Peaceful Place
Find a place where there are no people talking or yelling. You can listen to peaceful music if you prefer.
3-Train the Mind
The more you practice meditation, the longer you will be able to focus. Try not to think about anything and relax your mind. By this time, unwanted thoughts will decrease.
4-Start with Simple and Shorter Meditation
If you are new to meditation, don’t try to meditate for hours. Start with shorter sessions and make it longer over time once you get better at the practice.
5-Try Guided Meditation
This is especially helpful if you cannot focus easily by yourself. Let the guided meditation take you through an adventure by focusing on the voice and imagining yourself in the right places.
6-Touch Your Thumbs
One of the best techniques to stay focused and not get distracted is by holding both hands together below your midsection and touch your thumbs regularly. Using this method is useful whenever you are about to lose focus while meditating. This is a way of telling your mind that you are here in the present.
7-Lie Down or Stand
Try different positions. You don’t always need to sit during meditation. Try to lie down or stand. You can do belly breathing while lying down or try slow walking meditation, whichever you feel more relaxed in and focused.
8-Take Slow Breaths
Breathing is an essential part of meditation. Take a deep breath and exhale slowly, doing so twice. Let the body relax by breathing normally before switching to deep breathing again. Avoid practicing deep belly breathing after a large meal.
9-A Safe Place
Another trick to staying focused while meditating is imagining yourself in a place where you feel safe and at peace. Stay in that place, think about that place. This strategy will allow your mind not to get distracted easily.
10-Imagine a Color or Object
Every person is different when it comes to their favorite color. The same thing applies to imagine a color while your eyes are closed during meditation. Try every color for at least 2 minutes to decide which one helps you focus better.
I hope the above tips will improve your meditation skills and get you closer to being a relaxed and calmer person.
Matt M. Eccles is the founder of Vitality and Happiness Blog. He is a philosopher, psychology enthusiast, wellness and digestion expert, author, and world traveler who is passionate about helping others reach and experience optimum health, true happiness, and increased vitality. The purpose of this website is to motivate and inspire people to handle life’s challenges. Uplift and encourage you to succeed in life and be happy and healthy, increase life quality, and become the best version of yourself.