Meditation is a practice that involves focusing or clearing your mind using a combination of mental and physical techniques. It can serve various purposes including contemplation, mental clarity, relaxation, and heightened awareness.

Practicing meditation has many potential benefits, including stress reduction, increased focus, improved emotional well-being, greater self-awareness, and deep relaxation. It may also have positive physical health effects, such as lower blood pressure and improved sleep quality.

You don’t have to be religious to meditate and experience the benefits. While meditation dates back to ancient philosophies and is found in various religious and spiritual traditions, there are also nonreligious methods of meditation that center on enhancing mental and physical well-being. Many people meditate solely for its practical benefits without a religious context.

You are not alone in this. There is no one correct way to meditate. Meditation comes in a variety of forms and types. If you’ve struggled with meditation, you may want to try different techniques to find one that suits you best, practice regularly, and be patient and kind to yourself. As a meditation teacher, I can provide personalized guidance to help you find a practice that you may like, understand what to expect, answer your questions and support you in your practice.