Meditation / Yoda - a study

Meditation is the process of getting to know myself completely both who I am “inside” and how i reacts what is ‘outside’. ‘Meditation’ can certainly be looked on a healing process. Both emotionally and mentally. The simplest definition of meditation is the right use of mind or positive thinking. In meditation I began to think about my true identity. My identity is a soul and all the other identities-teacher, student, man, woman, father, mother, friend, relation and so on- are simply different roles which I, the soul play. The body is simply my temporary physical costume. In other words we can say meditation, is the way to establish a mental love- link with ‘God’, ‘supreme soul’. It means the healing of the mind or take control of mind. It is to have the ability to think of what you want and when you want, without interference from other thoughts. Meditation is to develop the ability to concentrate on a particular subject without being attracted and influenced by the five senses, the five elements. ‘Yoga’ and ‘Viyoga’ are opposite terms. ’yoga’ means ‘union’ and ‘viyoga’ means separation. So, yoga is that spiritual science art or practice that enables the soul to get re-united with god or to reestablish a mental and spiritual link with him. The word yoga means stabilizing the mind in the consciousness of god or having a mental link with the god. It is the name giving to the turning of mind upwards or the consciousness of god as our most beloved father, teacher, preceptor and guide. The word yoga means: connection or link or union used in spiritual sense, the word means connection or relationship between the soul and the supreme soul. Some people define yoga as a discipline that enables the soul to get established in the self. As such, yoga is essentially a spiritually discipline that demands certain kinds of observance and the practice of soul consciousness or spiritual meditation. Some kinds of yoga’s are: mantra yoga, repeated concentration, attention yoga, prayanam, yam and niyam and most important yoga is ‘Rajyoga’. People want a variety of things from meditation. Some come for peace, others for self control, some for power, some for silence, but of all the reasons, the ones which are most often expressed are peace or peace of mind. Peace is simply an experience where as peace of mind is a way of life. Firstly, to teach a simple effective method of meditation called Rajyoga meditation. Secondly, to look at the reasons behind stress and tension in my life so that, trough understanding , I can begin change to root causes, using the power gained through meditation, and also to clarify how I can transfer peaceful feelings into practical actions, so that peace becomes peace of mind. After learning the concepts of spiritual knowledge, meditation and the four subjects, you can start practicing Rajyoga meditation from home as well. It will help you In not only gaining a peaceful stage of mind but also make you stronger to face day to day’s challenges of life. When first learning meditation it is usually not possible to meditate for more than 10 15 min. after regular practice for a while when becomes able to meditate for longer periods of time. Many people meditate twice daily for 20-30 min. each time, but the right duration and frequency is for individual to decide. If you start regularly practice of meditation you will truly understand about meditation and all the wonderful benefits you can achieve. Benefits of raj yoga- to create the life’s new chapter with the practical application of spiritual knowledge we experience peace and inner strength through yoga for the mind. No physical exercises, postures or mantras involved. The meditation of mind, relaxation of body, mind and spirit. Transforms our attitudes and approach to live life, maintain positive relationships. Realization of having a deep sense of self-worth greater concentration and clarity, inner stability and contentment are also a part of benefits.