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    The Little Book of Meditations
    The Little Book of Meditations
    The Little Book of Meditations
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    The Little Book of Meditations

    By Gilly Pickup

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    Dive into an ancient art and timeless tradition with The Little Book of Meditations. This charming gift book is educational, teaching readers about the practice’s fascinating history, the physical and mental benefits of meditation, and the practical ways engage in mindfulness. It’s also inspirational, with plenty of stylized quotes from a wide array of thinkers to motivate readers to practice relaxation and reflection. And colorful, soothing illustrations and patterns nearly make flipping through the pages of The Little Book of Meditations an act of mindfulness in and of itself.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAndrews McMeel Publishing
    Release dateSep 24, 2019
    ISBN9781524856915
    The Little Book of Meditations

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      The Little Book of Meditations - Gilly Pickup

      THE LITTLE BOOK OF MEDITATIONS

      copyright © 2019 by Summersdale Publishers Ltd. All rights reserved. No part of this book may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission except in the case of reprints in the context of reviews.

      Andrews McMeel Publishing

      a division of Andrews McMeel Universal

      1130 Walnut Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64106

      www.andrewsmcmeel.com

      First published in 2019 by Summersdale Publishers Ltd.

      46 West Street,

      Chichester, West Sussex

      PO19 1RP, UK.

      ISBN: 978-1-5248-5619-5

      Library of Congress Control Number: 2019936826

      Text: Gilly Pickup

      Editor: Kevin Kotur

      Production Manager: Tamara Haus

      Production Editor: Julie Railsback

      Digital Production: Kristen Minter

      ATTENTION: SCHOOLS AND BUSINESSES

      Andrews McMeel books are available at quantity discounts with bulk purchase for educational, business, or sales promotional use. For information, please e-mail the Andrews McMeel Publishing Special Sales Department: specialsales@amuniversal.com

      Contents

      Meditation Explained

      A Brief Introduction

      How to Meditate

      A Guide for Beginners

      Meditation and its Relevance Today

      A Brief History of Meditation

      Types of Meditation

      The Benefits of Meditation

      Meditations for a Variety of Common Issues

      Further Resources

      What is meditation?

      In simple terms, meditation is a process of awareness leading to a state of consciousness that brings serenity and clarity of mind. Meditation enables the practitioner (i.e., you) to reach a different state of consciousness from the normal waking state. This means that when you master the art of meditation, whatever you do, you do it more effectively.

      Maybe you know someone who says, I’ve tried meditating, but it’s no use—I just can’t seem to get the hang of it. If you ask them why, they may say, My mind won’t stop buzzing. I have so many things to think about. I can’t clear my head and get rid of random thoughts, so meditation isn’t going to work for me. Of course, it is true that sometimes when beginners struggle to control or reduce their flow of thoughts, they become disillusioned and think meditation won't work for them. But it’s perfectly OK to still have thoughts, because through practice you learn to observe them without judgment. Meditation is a skill that you can develop, just like playing the violin, baking a cake, learning to speak French, or anything else.

      Meditation does not mean you have to turn off thoughts in your mind; it is about establishing a healthier relationship with your mind. After all, your mind does not come with an off switch—it will never stop producing thoughts.

      Meditation is about balance, wakefulness, and awareness; it is not about forcing something to be done in a certain way. The restless, unconscious, repetitive mind is simply a habit, and we all know that habits can be changed or broken. Sooner or later your ability to meditate will become natural to you, and it will be one of the most enjoyable and refreshing parts of your day.

      We have all experienced the endless chatter that goes on in our minds: the continual What ifs, Whys, Will I?, Should I?, I can't forget—it is a never-ending list. The trouble is, this constant silent noise in our head prevents us from embracing peace and mental quiet. Meditation is an excellent way to calm the relentless noise and enable us to bring mental clarity into our lives, thereby succumbing to some peace and quiet, which is so important to our physical and mental health.

      Anyone can practice meditation. You can do it at home: it is simple, inexpensive, and no special equipment is required—plus it’s scientifically and medically credible. Find somewhere quiet where you won’t be disturbed, and off you go!

      The goal of meditation is to achieve inner peace; during meditation your body will also become rested and relaxed. When you cultivate a peaceful mind, you feel good and positive within. Meditation brings mental, emotional, and spiritual balance, which is the key to enlightenment.

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