How to meditate, technique #3
March 31, 2009 by Juliet Chase
Filed under How to Meditate
Meditation doesn’t have to mean sitting completely still. Simple, comfortable repetitive motion can provide the right dynamic as well. Just like breathing, giving your brain something to concentrate on without actually thinking will help move you into a quieter space.
How to meditate using repetitive motion
If you’re a pet owner try sitting comfortably while rhythmically petting your dog or cat. Slowly and easily repeat the same motion over and over. Let your mind follow the physical movement and the sensation of touching fur. If the pet is done before you are, let him go and simply relax back into the comfortable space you were just in.
As long as you don’t have to watch for curbs or traffic; cycling, walking or running can also get you there. Just be sure the motion is easy, not highly aerobic, and that it’s comfortable. You want your mind to reach for the physical sensations, not avoid them. Count paces or repetitions if that’s easier.
