We often live in a stressful and sedentary lifestyle nowadays. Since work is important to generate salary and receive perks, it’s not surprising why most of us are hard workers. In fact, we might be willing to give up an adequate rest, healthy diet and relaxation just to earn more. There might be nothing wrong with that. But too much is too much. Working harder than your body can handle would make you susceptible to benign and even malignant diseases.
Rest matters. It may sound simple, but it’s important to take this seriously. So, consider enrolling in classes that offer yoga, aerobics, dancing, martial arts, etc. You could also take a meditation for beginners course. A meditation might involve a lot of sitting and humming, but it’s actually healthier and beneficial than what you expect. Even if you’re at home, you can start this activity alongside some friends and family members. To get started, take these tips:
Start Slow
Even if this simple act would require beginners to start slow, not speedy. Just sit for 2-3 minutes three days a week, build up to ten minutes and so on. Since your body will still adjust to the activity and the environment, don’t force it to sit for a couple of minutes. Doing so will probably make you experience things – not the good ones, of course.
Same Time, Same Place
Whether you prefer to meditate at night or morning, be consistent with your schedule so you can get the hang of it. An irregular change in the place and the time might lose your grit and motivation to continue. Set a reminder on your smartphone. Write something on your calendar. Have a planner prepared. Regardless, observe consistency with schedules to attain the maximum benefits of meditation.
Couch
Since floors can be quite hard and uncomfortable to sit on, prefer a couch or a pillow instead. Try sitting on them to determine if they can provide comfort – not pain.
Safe, Silent and Secured Place
Since your meditation will be greatly affected by noises and unwanted disturbances, consider finding a place say your bedroom where you can find stillness. You can also remind some family members to avoid disrupting you during your meditation hours.
Be Guided.
For first-timers, a guided meditation is the smartest and most effective approach. Some guided meditations are free of charge and also feature remarkable health and mental perks which anyone can try out. Choose a meditation that you believe can make a difference in your life. Do your homework to get started.