If someone tells you that you need to attend special classes to learn how to meditate don't believe him. In fact you don't. By following this simple technique you will learn how to meditate in no time. It just takes patience and practice. By practicing meditation you will discover a new self. It is like embarking on a journey full of pleasant surprises and discoveries.
To get the maximum benefit from neuro-acopustic programs whether for alpha, theta, beta, gamma or delta meditations—you will need to enter in a "body asleep, mind awake" state. You can reach this mental state without major effort and by following the instructions below.
Body position. You don't have to assume the "Lotus posture." Just make yourself comfortable in an armchair or a sofa. Avoid reclining, as you are more likely to fall asleep during meditation. Should this happen, do not worry; all it means is that you reached a very deep level of relaxation. Most importantly, make sure that you are comfortable. Avoid any tension or pressure points anywhere on your body.
Breathing. Breathing is the key that will allow you to discover the full potential of the meditative state. Concentrate on your breathing. Do not fixate on the program. Rather, you should focus on your breathing. Observe the way you inhale and exhale. As you do, let go of your thoughts, let them fade away. In a few sessions, you will master the art of concentration.
Internal dialogue. It is important—your success depends on it—to stop the mind chatter. This requires some effort. If you can't stop thinking, just let your thoughts drift away as if they were not your own. Little by little you will learn how to enter the inner silence. Multiple techniques exist to achieve it. Focus on your breath. Imagine a shining dot in the middle of your forehead and concentrate on it.
Yes, it is hard to arrest the flow of thoughts. Should this happen, try to think about something positive, pleasant. Do not allow negative thoughts to enter your mind during meditation. As you enter the meditative state, note how much your breathing has slowed and how much less oxygen you now need. As you master the breathing technique, all troubling thoughts will leave you and you will reach a serene state of mind.
Again, it is crucial to learn how to enter the "body asleep, mind awake" state. Your body will become heavy, then weightless, as if it had fallen asleep. Your consciousness, however, will remain sharp. Breathing will slow down significantly. Your thoughts will become less intrusive; they will gradually recede in the background. Keep concentrating on your breathing.
As you enter the "body asleep, mind awake" state, you will gradually discard tons of psychological "baggage" from your subconscious. During meditation, images may flash before your eyes, or you may experience unusual thoughts. This indicates that the purging has begun and that various anomalies—conscious and subconscious—are receding. If you cannot stop the internal dialogue, then observe your thoughts as if from afar. Do not censure them. Before starting meditation, make sure you are not thirsty. It is a good idea to drink a glass of water.