Meditation

The word meditation, is derived from two Latin words : meditari (to think, to dwell upon, to exercise the mind) and mederi (to heal). Its Sanskrit derivation 'medha' means wisdom.

Meditation transends divides such as religion, country and culture. Meditation comprises a rich collection of practices that cultivate focus, stability, insight, and awareness. There is something valuable to be discovered in all the varying practices. I myself am certified as a Transformation Meditation teacher, but do not limit myself to believe there is only one path.

Meditation helps us overcome anger, stress, fear, and other emotions and facilitate a calm peaceful mind and a healthy and stress free body. It is a rich state of peace, an emptying of the mind, an awareness. Meditation is a space that we carve out each day to turn inward.

We can think of meditation as exercise for the mind. Just as physical exercise strengthens the body, meditation strengthens the mind. Similarly, just as reading about the benefits of physical exercise will not make us physically fit, intellectual knowledge of meditation will not make us inwardly fit. We must practice.

We can develop a way of practicing that suits our own style and personality. The length, frequency, and objects of meditation may vary from person to person, and will evolve over time as we gain experience.