Meditation: I have severe mental health issues and I recently started medatation. My brother said I seemed at peace when we met for lunch.

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• I have severe mental health issues and I recently started medatation. My brother said I seemed at peace when we met for lunch.
• you can meditate anywhere, anytime.
• Experienced euphoria after meditation
• If you're really struggling to meditate then do breathwork.
• Is meditation different when you first start vs 6 months-1 year later? Does it get better?
• Can I meditate while laying down?
• Experiencing Detachment After Meditating
• I have a hard time meditating these days. Need tips
• What is the best way you follow to shut off your mind ?
• Exchange of Dr Joe Dispenza's CD and meditations (digital versions)
• Can you guys think of anything?
• Help!
• Feedback
• Help me
• Meditation and the dopamine system
• meditation is peak of conscious oneness.
• Sight
• Controlling suicidal thoughts?
• Best book to know about teachings of swami vivekananda..plz??
• The Noble Eightfold Path & lists
• New Ron Serrano Interview - 'The Dharma Mechanic' - Guru Viking Podcast
• Finding it difficult not to get involved with the breath.
• Confused about eye gazing technique

I have severe mental health issues and I recently started medatation. My brother said I seemed at peace when we met for lunch. Posted: 21 Jul 2020 09:21 AM PDT I am have severe anxiety, depression, ADHD, Aspurgers, and I'm schizoaffective. I'm tortured by hallucinations and paranoia and my brother recommend meditation. I also looked into Buddhism. After that I started medatation twice daily and studying Buddhism daily. I've noticed my hallucinations were getting better and I was feeling less negative. I accepted my mental illness as it was and decided to move on. Since then things have been better but not in a 'my problems are going away' kind of way more like I've accepted it instead of being bitter I had health issues while the rest of my family doesn't. I went to lunch with my brother and he said I seemed at peace. He said he could see in my posture and eyes that I was happier. This was a great idea and I'm so happy this is a part of my life now. Thanks for listening, I'm just so happy I can breathe again. submitted by /u/J_of_a_trades [link] [comments]

you can meditate anywhere, anytime. Posted: 21 Jul 2020 11:30 PM PDT i used to meditate in class. id just pay attention to my breath, my surroundings, my 5 senses. no excuses you can meditate at work, laying, standing, sitting. but you still want to have a schedule meditation session that you normally follow, this is just an add up to help you progress faster. try it. submitted by /u/idodrugs015 [link] [comments]

Experienced euphoria after meditation Posted: 21 Jul 2020 09:08 PM PDT This will be a stream of consciousness so bare with me. After lesson 12 in the Waking up App where Sam guided through manufacturing feelings, I went to a place where I wished happiness and love and a sense of completeness for people around me. Though I was completely sober, the closest feeling I could think of was that I felt like I was on mdma. One of the first times when everything is new. There's a layer of fresh snow waiting to be traversed on everything. Imagining myself with friends and family made me extremely happy. Seeing them be happy, wishing them love. This made me happy. I realize that this vessel's primary directive is to experience things and that it is loved and complete and whole and enough as is. This caused a lot of frisson. I had a very large smile on my face for an hour as I imagined pleasant nonsense. I realized the main thing stopping these feelings from manifesting more is fear. Fear of the unknown. Anxiety. And so on. I also realized two other big things. The perfect image to me is dancing with a woman I love. That I knew this euphoria was temporary and that I'd be ok with it when it subsided. I would not chase it as that in and of itself is a fear of a non euphoric state. What a night. Intense. The key is to act I believe on some of these premonitions. Be more loving. Show more love. To my mom, my sis, my bro, my friends. To myself. Be forgiving. Be patient. Its in reach. I have so many questions though internally about what "triggered" this. I've been meditating semi regularly for a few months. Though that was an enjoyable experience it was intense to the point where I'm not sure I want or need it more? Is that a strange thing to say? Part of me felt a huge sense of relief when it happened but I guess the industrious part of me want to get some sleep for work haha. Anyone else experience something similar? submitted by /u/anotherbaldguy [link] [comments]

If you're really struggling to meditate then do breathwork. Posted: 21 Jul 2020 06:02 PM PDT It's so...simple and straightforward yet I consistently meet people who aren't aware of breathwork. Here's a simple one. Lay down, close your eyes and breathe to the instructions. Fully surrender. You'll probably have crazy experiences and that's normal. It's your body discharging shit. Breathe through your nose. Don't do it if you have heart problems or are pregnant. https://youtu.be/avZ_5Cot0wY Over time you'll become aware of so many nuances of your breath that you should be able to meditate more easily and for longer. Walla. Maybe Ive been doing it for so long that intellectual questions before doing it feel silly as the experience itself leads to far more applicable questions. There are many different breathworks but I find Wim's to be the most easily applicable. News articles kind of repeat the same point and sensationalise the experience. James Nestor has a great book called Breath. His podcast on JRE is insightful and Tummo has been interesting. Happy breathing. submitted by /u/kjoro [link] [comments]

Is meditation different when you first start vs 6 months-1 year later? Does it get better? Posted: 21 Jul 2020 09:05 PM PDT I'm getting back into meditation. It is something I always wanted to try. I picked it up before but dropped it. Mostly because I was approaching it the wrong way. Since I decided to do it again, I've made a goal to meditate daily for 180 days. Simply because by then hopefully it'll be a habit. I've been using different guided meditations and usually meditating between 30 minutes-1 hour. While it has been pleasant I'm curious, does it get better the more you do it? What are differences between starting out and having some mileage in it? Are there any YouTube channels you would recommend? ( anything that could help me improve and get the most out of it, etc?) Any help would be greatly appreciated thank you submitted by /u/mangagnome1425 [link] [comments]

Can I meditate while laying down? Posted: 21 Jul 2020 03:50 PM PDT Basically the title, can I just lay down and meditate or do I need to be sitting? I'm trying to get into meditation and this question have been popping in my mind. Thanks. submitted by /u/Portopire [link] [comments]

Experiencing Detachment After Meditating Posted: 22 Jul 2020 12:52 AM PDT I recently started meditating semi-regularly, and I'm really getting the hang of being the observer of my thoughts, focusing on the sensations of my body, and working these processes into my daily life. Lately, though, I've been feeling like I'm unable to get out of this mode of observation. I'm appreciating everything around me, but I feel nothing. It's like I'm not really in my own body or like I'm living through a memory. Even when I try to become more present in the moment, I still feel detached and completely emotionless. Has anyone experienced something similar or have a clue as to what could be going on? I love the benefits of meditation but I'm worried that I can't experience life to the fullest if I'm doing so through a veil. submitted by /u/nevermissamoment [link] [comments]

I have a hard time meditating these days. Need tips Posted: 21 Jul 2020 09:32 PM PDT I used to meditate everyday and felt really good and compassionate. But for the past one month I couldn't focus properly. It's like my mind is out of control. I couldn't find a proper place at home to sit quietly for a few mins or maybe it's just my mind not being prepared to do it. Just need tips on how start meditating again. I just want to focus and go with the flow. Thanks in advance! submitted by /u/bknrochana [link] [comments]

What is the best way you follow to shut off your mind ? Posted: 21 Jul 2020 08:16 AM PDT While traveling in Ladakh, I once met an old monk near the Thiksey Monastery. We both sat for some time and discussed weather and general topics around health. I asked him this question and he said he never felt the need as for him, there was very little 'noise'. By noise he meant everything which keeps our mind awake. But he realized where I was coming from and he said , yes - you people need help. He then said that when he was young, he often found it difficult to sleep with strange thoughts haunting him. When he asked, his master gave him one simple advice - "simply watch your breathing". I did not realize the importance or effectiveness immediately but that very day at night I started watching my breathing. Every breath in and every breath out. I never knew when I fell asleep! I have been doing that ever since and it has never failed me. At times it takes a bit longer but it worked almost every night. Try it if you have problem quietening your mind and falling asleep. Thanks. submitted by /u/zenlounge [link] [comments]

Exchange of Dr Joe Dispenza's CD and meditations (digital versions) Posted: 22 Jul 2020 02:21 AM PDT Looking for : Wholeness: Creating an Unlimited Future Now Blessing of the Energy Centers (BOTEC 1,2,3) Space-Time, Time-Space meditation. Changing Boxes Restorative Sleep Generating Abundance I have: Blessing of the energy centers (BOTEC) 3,4,5 Breaking the habit of being yourself meditation Tuning in to New Potentials The pineal Gland Meditation The Generous Present Moment Meditation Walking Meditation submitted by /u/krevkrevetka [link] [comments]

Can you guys think of anything? Posted: 22 Jul 2020 01:42 AM PDT submitted by /u/pestenkeranist [link] [comments]

Help! Posted: 21 Jul 2020 09:12 PM PDT What are best meditation pose/practises to increase lucid dreaming state? submitted by /u/Mr_medic777 [link] [comments]

Feedback Posted: 22 Jul 2020 12:54 AM PDT Hey there, hope you're doing well, would really love your feedback on this audio please! https://youtu.be/Nw5T4VevR3M If you can leave a like and a comment on the video itself too, that would be amazing! submitted by /u/mesmerizingaudio [link] [comments]

Help me Posted: 22 Jul 2020 12:15 AM PDT I have always been very interested in meditation, but I honestly have no clue how to even go about it. Any tips on how to start, and how to even meditate. I am severely bipolar and have very bad anxiety, I am hoping meditation helps. Thank you all so much! submitted by /u/capricorn1229 [link] [comments]

Meditation and the dopamine system Posted: 22 Jul 2020 12:10 AM PDT Hi, I wonder if anyone here knows how meditation connects to the dopamine system? Dopamine is what makes us desire things (if I understand it correctly), while meditation, especially from a Buddhist perspective is a method to stop the desires. So could long term meditation training change how the dopamine system works in our brain? I would think so but it would be interesting to know in what way if any research has been done on this. submitted by /u/LoneWolf_McQuade [link] [comments]

meditation is peak of conscious oneness. Posted: 21 Jul 2020 08:19 PM PDT meditation is peak of conscious oneness. Meditation is not a serious thing, one just need to be playful about. Seriousness means minds I dereference into meditation. submitted by /u/AIFLINDORE [link] [comments]

Sight Posted: 21 Jul 2020 07:50 PM PDT To not let life slip by my mind's eye, To not let momentary blindness stretch far through time, To not blackout, and let my world turn monotone, losing sight, To not drift through life, bumping around blindly through the night, Wake up, Wake up, Look before you, For you are alive, submitted by /u/sensinglife [link] [comments]

Controlling suicidal thoughts? Posted: 21 Jul 2020 03:53 PM PDT Hello, I do all my practicing with Sam Harris's waking up app. I get suicidal thoughts, one after another, at all times that I'm not totally immersed in some task. Is it possible to stop these thoughts from arising, or can I only be aware of them? What can I do here? Thank you. submitted by /u/Username19543269 [link] [comments]

Best book to know about teachings of swami vivekananda..plz?? Posted: 21 Jul 2020 10:52 PM PDT Please suggest me a book on the life of swami vivekananda. I heard that it is usefull in meditation submitted by /u/hidden_monk [link] [comments]

The Noble Eightfold Path & lists Posted: 21 Jul 2020 02:03 PM PDT Hi all, I finished reading "The Noble Eightfold Path" by Bhikkhu Bodhi a few weeks ago. There was a section in which he described five ways in dealing with negative thoughts. I've heard this prescriptive list before in other Dharma talks. For instance, if one is having hateful thoughts, it can be countered with Metta. At the very least, after all other remedies, then one can just work on suppressing thoughts. Can anyone point me to where these lists exists? (I no longer have the book). I'm certain this was part of Right Effort. With care, submitted by /u/fadeviolet [link] [comments]

New Ron Serrano Interview - 'The Dharma Mechanic' - Guru Viking Podcast Posted: 21 Jul 2020 02:57 PM PDT New Interview with Dharma Mechanics co-founder Ron Serrano! Would love to know what you think :-) https://www.guruviking.com/ep57-ron-serrano-the-dharma-mechanic/ Audio version of this podcast also available on iTunes and Stitcher – search 'Guru Viking Podcast'. ... From the shownotes: In this interview I am joined by Ron Serrano who, after securing financial freedom, turned away from the business world and declared the rest of his life a retreat, turning his full attention to spiritual awakening. Ron is a long time meditation practitioner and co-founder of the online meditation group Dharma Mechanics. We discuss Ron's rigorous practice schedule, including his advanced lucid dreaming approach, and discover the one technique that increases lucid dreams by 20x. Ron also discusses his close association with Yale neuroscientist Judd Brewer, who scanned the brains of many meditation masters, and reveals the surprising results of those many years of research. … Topics include: 0:00 - Intro 0:49 - The kundalini yoga of Swami Kripalu 10:10 - Achieving financial freedom and discovering meditation 13:07 - Meeting Leigh Brasington and learning the jhanas 14:50 - Ron's rigorous practice schedule and declaring permanent retreat 20:35 - The practice of recalling mystical experiences 23:53 - Meeting Judd Brewer and encountering meditation masters 30:03 - Buddhist Geeks, Dharma Mechanics, and discovering Dzogchen 33:41 - Meeting Tsoknyi Rinpoche 36:33 - Ron's take as a businessman on sustainable Dharma 40:51 - Inside stories on Judd Brewer's brain research on meditation masters 43:50 - What is meditation really about 47:09 - Ron's 20+ year lucid dreaming practice 54:17- Prophetic and diagnostic dreams, and clear light sleep yoga 1:06:24 - Ron's family's surprising reaction to his rigorous practice schedule 1:08:26 - Sleep science and lifestyle effects on lucid dreaming success 1:13:09 - Ron's love of maps of awakening and his current practice orientation … To find out more about Ron and Dharma Mechanics, visit: - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Dharmachanics/ For more interviews, videos, and more visit: - www.guruviking.com Music 'Deva Dasi' by Steve James submitted by /u/guru-viking [link] [comments]

Finding it difficult not to get involved with the breath. Posted: 21 Jul 2020 02:42 PM PDT I use counting to ten as an anchor during meditation but I find that I am actually controlling my breath rather than letting it do its own thing. When I stop trying to control my breath I find that I am won't take an inhale/exhale until I have to take over again. Does anyone have any tips so I can count my breath without getting involved?/ submitted by /u/CriticismLarge190 [link] [comments]

Confused about eye gazing technique Posted: 21 Jul 2020 09:02 PM PDT So I was reading about this eye gazing technique called shambhavi mudra that's supposed to put you into alpha state which is what my goal is but every time I feel nothing(or if I do it to intensely it hurts a little) I don't know what I could be doing wrong since it's literally just rolling your eyes up How long should it take (how many nights) before it works and I get results? submitted by /u/softballart [link] [comments]

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