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7 Meditation Tips for Beginners

Meditation is simple but very powerful method to relax and develop your inherent potential. Many beginner mistake it for concentration and are afraid to try as they think they cannot concentrate. I am always asked to give some tips for beginners and my first advice is to stop thinking it as an exercise in concentration. Instead, think of it as an exercise of awareness. It is about being more aware of oneself and environment. It’s about observation and NOT concentration. You OBSERVE , that’s it. Mind has no ‘thinking’ role to play in observation . Here are 7 simple meditation tips for beginners to get started with your own meditation practice. 1. Start with normal breathing process Breathing meditation is the most powerful meditation form of meditation. Begin with simple breath and just focus your attention on your breath process but do not try to change or control it. Just OBSERVE. Just count your breaths as they flow in and out and it. Breathe deeply as you can. Gradually, It helps...
Many people do have a doubt or a question in their mind that, is it true that Yoga increases our span of live? However, the fact is people who do Yoga on a regular basis can live longer without any health problems. Compared to other forms like doing regular exercises, going to gyms, meditation and so on, yoga is proved to have health benefits both physically, mentally and also spiritually. According to Yogic laws, its not the number of years that determines the age of the person but the flexibility of the spine. The more flexible the spine is the higher the years you live. Apart from giving elasticity to the spine, Yoga also helps in firming up the skin, removing tension from the body, strengthening the abdominal muscles, correcting poor posture and so on. If you look at all of them they are all the factors which show or increase the signs of aging. Following are some more anti aging effects which helps us to live longer while doing Yoga. • Different postures in Yoga helps us to be ph...

Your First Yoga Class - What To Expect

Yoga is a great way to feel relaxed and stress-free in this modern world. Practicing yoga at home or even at the workplace is great. But if you are thinking of moving the yoga practice out of your house and shifting the base to the yoga studio, then here is a guide to know what to expect from your first yoga class. Always Do The Homework Before opting for a new venture, it is always advisable to do some research work. The same goes for your first yoga class. Make sure to research the studio, yoga teacher, and what style they are teaching. You can also speak with them beforehand to have a better understanding of the class to feel more comfortable. Also know about your teacher’s style, experience and know whether they are yoga certified or not. Because Yoga Has Style Before enrolling or attending your first yoga session, it is important for you to know about yoga styles and what form you want to learn. Yoga comes with a long list of different forms and styles- like- Vinyasa, As...