Meditation is a practice that is used for a variety of purposes and involve individuals training their minds or inducing a mode of consciousness. This may be done as an end within itself or as some other benefit. This term is used to refer to a broad category of practices that involve different techniques used to build up internal energy or the life force, promote relaxation, and develop love, patience, compassion, forgiveness and generosity. Standing meditation refers to a type that is considered a powerful and simple approach. People all around the world, including in California, practice this on a regular basis.
With this practice, the body is aligned in a specific way and held still. Qi, or energy flow, is encouraged to take on its natural rhythm and flow throughout the meridian system. This is done to dissolve blockages that may be present and preventing it from flowing naturally.
There is a lot of benefit that can come of doing this regularly. People who do this tout the benefits available to the entire body. In fact, it is thought to balance the whole self. How long each sessions lasts will range. Some may do this for just a few minutes while others extend it to for longer period. This should be the choice of the person. All that is needed for this type of meditation is an open mind, body and a quiet area to practice.
To do this, a person will need to have a quiet space to practice. It might be best to start doing this inside, although it can be nice to face toward a window so you can see outdoors. Stand in a way so that the feet are hip length apart and the toes are facing forward. Soften the knees enough so that the pelvis relaxes down and the weight moves to the feet. It should feel as if you just mounted a horse.
Look straight ahead, with the head aligned right atop the spine so the muscles of the face, throat, neck and head can be relaxed. Smile and float the tip of the tongue up to the roof of the mouth, just behind the front teeth. Then flow the hands up between eight and 10 inches in front of the lower abdomen with the palms facing a few inches below the navel.
The palms should face a few inches lower than the navel and the fingertips should be pointed forward but not touching each other. Imagine it like you are in the position to hug a tree. The fingers can extend and should have space between them. The elbows should be lifted a lot so the armpits feel hollow.
Take deep breaths in and complete breaths out. As you do this, make minor adjustments in your stance so that you feel comfortable. Picture yourself as a large tree or mountain, or something else that you think is stable and serene. Let your breath return to its normal pace and focus on stillness in the body. Enjoy this time that you are doing nothing.
Stay in this position for a minimum of 10 minutes. You can hold it for longer, if it feels right. Gradually increase the time that you do this every time. Results will be different for each individual, but a lot of people have reported seeing positive changes in themselves with regular practice.
With this practice, the body is aligned in a specific way and held still. Qi, or energy flow, is encouraged to take on its natural rhythm and flow throughout the meridian system. This is done to dissolve blockages that may be present and preventing it from flowing naturally.
There is a lot of benefit that can come of doing this regularly. People who do this tout the benefits available to the entire body. In fact, it is thought to balance the whole self. How long each sessions lasts will range. Some may do this for just a few minutes while others extend it to for longer period. This should be the choice of the person. All that is needed for this type of meditation is an open mind, body and a quiet area to practice.
To do this, a person will need to have a quiet space to practice. It might be best to start doing this inside, although it can be nice to face toward a window so you can see outdoors. Stand in a way so that the feet are hip length apart and the toes are facing forward. Soften the knees enough so that the pelvis relaxes down and the weight moves to the feet. It should feel as if you just mounted a horse.
Look straight ahead, with the head aligned right atop the spine so the muscles of the face, throat, neck and head can be relaxed. Smile and float the tip of the tongue up to the roof of the mouth, just behind the front teeth. Then flow the hands up between eight and 10 inches in front of the lower abdomen with the palms facing a few inches below the navel.
The palms should face a few inches lower than the navel and the fingertips should be pointed forward but not touching each other. Imagine it like you are in the position to hug a tree. The fingers can extend and should have space between them. The elbows should be lifted a lot so the armpits feel hollow.
Take deep breaths in and complete breaths out. As you do this, make minor adjustments in your stance so that you feel comfortable. Picture yourself as a large tree or mountain, or something else that you think is stable and serene. Let your breath return to its normal pace and focus on stillness in the body. Enjoy this time that you are doing nothing.
Stay in this position for a minimum of 10 minutes. You can hold it for longer, if it feels right. Gradually increase the time that you do this every time. Results will be different for each individual, but a lot of people have reported seeing positive changes in themselves with regular practice.
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