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In layman's term, Zen meditation is letting go of pessimistic thoughts and simply relaxing. In Buddhism, it is a contemplative discipline performed to achieve calmness in the mind and body. Most importantly, it aims for a practitioner to understand the nature of life to obtain enlightenment.
To fully experience positive results of Zen meditation, there are three general methods to consider such as (1) Concentration; (2) Koan Introspection; and (3) Shikantaza.
Concentration is the main emphasis to start Zen meditation. You need to focus on your breathing which is commonly ministered by counting. Let breathing be your shield to any distraction. On the other hand, Koan Introspection focuses on "koan." Koan is an entity used for meditation. "Just sitting" or Shikantaza is meditation where an object has no place, instead mere concentration is needed.
Once you have chosen a specific method, then it is time for you to be aware of the common positions undertaken in Zen meditation.
Burmese Position
At first glance the said position looks like a simple cross-legged position. With the Burmese position, you need to situate your feet so it will be in front of one another and let both your feet relax on the floor. You need to ensure that your heels are pointed towards your pelvis. Also rested on the floor are your knees.
Seiza Position
Seiza is the Japanese term for correct sitting. It can be achieved by letting your lower leg kneel. Make sure that your feet are under your buttocks and that your toes are positioned in a backward manner.
Half-Lotus Position
Indian-style with one leg on the top of the other is the half-lotus position. To achieve such sitting position, you need to be seated on an Indian-style of sitting. After which, lift one leg without letting the legs be unfolded.
Full-Lotus Position
Make sure that you are seated Indian style. Then, pick one foot and take it to the crook of your knee. Let it rest, ensuring that the base of your knee is in an upward position. The final step you need to undertake is to bring the other foot to the other knee just like what you did on the first.
After you have chosen a comfortable Zen position for you, there are other important considerations you need to carry out:
? Keep your mouth close. Ensure that your tongue is calmly pushed beside the upper palate to prevent salivation and swallowing.
? Keep your eyes low. Fix your eyes on the ground.
? Keep your chin tucked-in.
? Keep your nose in line with your navel.
? Keep your torso not to lean forward or backward.
? Keep your hands enclosed in a "cosmic mudra." Your dominant hand should be in an upward palm position to hold the other hand.
Zen meditation concentrates on breathing. Breathe in Zen meditation is said to be the fundamental force in one's body. Together with mind, the two are considered the reality of life.
With the kind of life people are in right now, Zen meditation may be a helpful act to be relieved from stress and tension.
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When it comes to Zen, you'll find that there are a lot of points to it and also there are a lot of exercises that you can do to keep yourself filled with serenity. You'll find that breathing is the first big thing. You'll notice that it's nice to have something that you can control when the madness breaks out. You'll find that there are many ways to achieve peace and happiness, but it begins with your breathing.
You'll need to know how to breathe properly in order to meditate correctly. You'll also find that your mind will begin to allow your breathing to take over your mind and thoughts, until you are able to regain control. You'll be able to feel like a weight has been lifted. You'll also find that your whole body will begin to feel lighter. You'll want to keep in mind that your breathing is the most important part of practicing Zen. You'll need to do something for yourself when it comes to finding control. When life begins to bring you down, you may begin to feel helpless. Instead of letting the negativity take control, you'll need to take control of yourself by learning how to breathe in a manner that will allow the negativity to disappear. Keep in mind that the negativity is what makes you feel tired and worn out. You may want to take this time and learn how to control yourself.
A lot of people have a hard time dealing with the stress that life presents, but if you follow some of the following tips you'll be able to use Zen to improve your life. First, you need to escape from the madness. This may mean that you leave the office, leave the room, or eve go to your favorite place. You'll want to get away from it all. Then you simply need to sit down or stand still. Be completely quite and then focus on your breathing. You may want to count or you may just want to focus on a breathing pattern. Once you focus on your breathing you'll be able to clear your mind. Then you'll be able to focus on yourself.
If you keep practicing your breathing methods, you'll be able to use your breathing control as a way to ground yourself. You'll find that there are many times where you'll need to think about being some where else, but over all, you'll need to learn how to control yourself from the inside, out. You'll need to consider taking some breathing classes and other personal enrichment courses so that you can manage your stress and learn how to take care and control yourself. Once you learn how to walk away from stressful situations and deal with them by controlling your breathing or by doing breathing exercises you'll be able to get a firm grip on yourself.
You'll find that it can be quite difficult for you to get use to your breathing exercises, but you'll feel better knowing that there is something that you can do to help relieve your stress and pains. It is very important, for your physical health and mental heath, that you learn how to become a better person through the art of Zen and also take back some of the control by using Zen to improve your life.
Zen and breathing techniques have been used for centuries as a way for you to gain control over yourself and feel better about some of the control that you lack. You'll find that when it comes to breathing techniques you'll be able to let go of the things that you cannot change and become empowered to the change the things that you can.
When it comes to Zen, you'll find that there are a lot of points to it and also there are a lot of exercises that you can do to keep yourself filled with serenity. You'll find that breathing is the first big thing. You'll notice that it's nice to have something that you can control when the madness breaks out. You'll find that there are many ways to achieve peace and happiness, but it begins with your breathing.
You'll need to know how to breathe properly in order to meditate correctly. You'll also find that your mind will begin to allow your breathing to take over your mind and thoughts, until you are able to regain control. You'll be able to feel like a weight has been lifted. You'll also find that your whole body will begin to feel lighter. You'll want to keep in mind that your breathing is the most important part of practicing Zen. You'll need to do something for yourself when it comes to finding control. When life begins to bring you down, you may begin to feel helpless. Instead of letting the negativity take control, you'll need to take control of yourself by learning how to breathe in a manner that will allow the negativity to disappear. Keep in mind that the negativity is what makes you feel tired and worn out. You may want to take this time and learn how to control yourself.
A lot of people have a hard time dealing with the stress that life presents, but if you follow some of the following tips you'll be able to use Zen to improve your life. First, you need to escape from the madness. This may mean that you leave the office, leave the room, or eve go to your favorite place. You'll want to get away from it all. Then you simply need to sit down or stand still. Be completely quite and then focus on your breathing. You may want to count or you may just want to focus on a breathing pattern. Once you focus on your breathing you'll be able to clear your mind. Then you'll be able to focus on yourself.
If you keep practicing your breathing methods, you'll be able to use your breathing control as a way to ground yourself. You'll find that there are many times where you'll need to think about being some where else, but over all, you'll need to learn how to control yourself from the inside, out. You'll need to consider taking some breathing classes and other personal enrichment courses so that you can manage your stress and learn how to take care and control yourself. Once you learn how to walk away from stressful situations and deal with them by controlling your breathing or by doing breathing exercises you'll be able to get a firm grip on yourself.
You'll find that it can be quite difficult for you to get use to your breathing exercises, but you'll feel better knowing that there is something that you can do to help relieve your stress and pains. It is very important, for your physical health and mental heath, that you learn how to become a better person through the art of Zen and also take back some of the control by using Zen to improve your life.
Zen and breathing techniques have been used for centuries as a way for you to gain control over yourself and feel better about some of the control that you lack. You'll find that when it comes to breathing techniques you'll be able to let go of the things that you cannot change and become empowered to the change the things that you can.
