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Monday, 4 August 2014

Defining The Difference Between Meditation And Prayer

By Imelda Reid


When feeling on edge or stressed, one of the best things an individual can do to calm down is to meditate and reflect on life. Menopausal symptoms can also be eased through a regular regimen of meditation. Combining regular practice with breath work like that found in Kundalini Yoga can also provide a greater sense of balance to body, mind and spirit.

Different Spiritual practices exist in different areas. When it comes to California, the most common form is Zen. When first beginning, it might be easier to practice yoga or other new activities at home. After which, it can be easier to decide which practice to pursue on a long term basis. Whether desiring to meditate at home, or attend a regular class or circle, regular ongoing practice is the most important aspect of the equation.

Classes, seminars and workshops are offered in many areas. Most often small communities and large ones present a variety of classes and workshops. A number of websites also offer free programs for use at home. Most often these audio and videos are free with additional items available for purchase.

To meditate is to clear the mind of all thought processes. It can be a very difficult process, especially when a mind is cluttered and confused. To pray is to make a request or give thanks to a higher power or powers. A number of schools now recognize both a "moment of silence, " which in reality is a moment to meditate, and prayer. As prayer is banned in public schools in the United States, it is mostly private schools which observe this rule.

Spiritual centers, churches, synagogues and temples are all good places to meditate and for groups to meet. Workshops, seminars, conferences and conventions related to the practice can found in most areas. When planning such an event, it is always important to ask permission to use any public or private building, club, restaurant or residence. Individuals often learn a lot about different Spiritual pathways and practices at these amazing events.

Information on different practice styles can be achieved either through books and reading materials, or online. There are a number of free and paid programs related to the practice on a number of websites. It is often good to visit a number of these websites before deciding which style might work best at that moment.

The internet is a world of information and intellect. When these come together, the result is the many different websites which provide audio and visual meditative material. Each often has its own guided or self-guided routines complete with hypnotic imagery and associated music or sound. It is often good to peruse a variety of different websites. Most individuals will have a primary website and alternates between meditative materials during each session.

Most of these websites offer these audio clips, books, videos and other items free of charge. Some, which go into deeper realms and provide services like live chat, forums, discussions and other sections may charge a nominal fee. Others, operate strictly on a non-profit basis are ran solely by donations.




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