5 tips to start meditating at home
It is scientifically proven that meditation has several benefits for physical and mental health. Different studies point to the improvement of stress and anxiety with practice. Meditation, on the other hand, also helps to control high blood pressure and improve sleep quality. Many people, however, find it difficult to start the practice and reach a state of tranquility, so they give up easily. Meditation is a gradual process and can take a while to "take effect," but a few tips can help make the practice a part of your routine.
1) Have a quiet place at home to meditate
Meditation, especially in the beginning, requires silence and calm for the practitioner to be able to concentrate. Choose the most peaceful place in the house, such as your bedroom or even the living room if people are not moving. Environments with plants and natural light can help with inspiration. If you have children, try to get them to participate in the moment or get them involved in some interesting activity while you meditate. Pets must also stay away so they don't interfere with your time.
2) Use guided meditations
At first, it's super normal not to know where to go. Should I just breathe? Do I need to pay attention to any part of my body? How to empty the mind? These are common questions when you are inexperienced. Guided meditation can help guide you through this time. On the internet you can find videos and audios on streaming platforms, you just need to find the one that best suits your routine and objective
3) Music helps with concentration
As with guided meditation, another method that can help in meditation practice is listening to relaxing music. Properly used, songs help the individual to achieve a state of concentration, especially if he is a beginner. Songs cannot distract the practitioner, but rather be part of the meditation, helping to achieve the goal of the practice.
4) Keep the meditation routine
Meditative practice is something that evolves little by little. Over time, the practitioner will learn how the body itself reacts and which methods are most effective in achieving a state of concentration. So for the first few days it's normal to feel that it's not working or that you can't even meditate. It is very important that beginners insist, making the practice part of their routine. Start with 5 minutes and build up as you see results.
Don't mind being in the lotus position at first: meditation can be done sitting in a chair or even lying in bed. It's just important that you keep your spine straight, eyes closed, and avoid moving. There is no rule regarding timetables: you can meditate right after waking up, during your home office break or even before bed.
5) Yoga practice is a good way to start
Yoga is nothing more than a meditation, which combines asanas (postures) with pranayamas (breathing exercises). It's a good way to start bringing meditation into your life, as the postures can help establish concentration. In addition, the practice of yoga also brings several benefits to the body, such as flexibility, strength and even pain relief.
