Step One
To meditate, one must isolate themselves however briefly, from the world. Turn off your cellular phone, shut off the computer and eliminate as many distractions as possible. If meditating during a break at work, place a “Do Not Disturb” sign or “In Meditation” sign on your doors.
Step Two
Determine whether you prefer silence or like to have meditation music in the background. This is a personal preference so either choice is okay.
Step Three
Burning incense or essential oil may be helpful to you while meditating. Good essential oils to burn (separately or mixed together) include Sage, Frankincense, Myrrh, Lavender, Spikenard, and/or Himalayan Cedar. Good incense to burn are Sandlewood, Clove, Cedar, Dragon’s Blood, Frankincense, Myrhh, and Amber. Make sure your incense are not synthetic and are 100% natural.
Step Four
Select a comfortable chair or place to sit (one free from distractions), and assume a sitting position with your spine relatively straight. Keep the face serene. Chin up.
*Where Should I Meditate?
You may wish to set aside a special corner of one room, your own private sanctuary, a calm, quiet and peaceful place. You might furnish the area with objects or icons that have special meaning for you. Use what will put you into a relaxed state of mind.
*How Should I Sit When I Meditate?
Although the classic posture is to sit with legs folded and hands resting quietly on the lap or the knees, the key is to find a way of sitting that is comfortable for you.
Step Five
Relax. Close your eyes slowly to experience a void darkness. (Remember to keep your eyelids closed throughout the following steps). Look into your eyelids as if seeing with your eyelids open.
For starters, meditate for 5 minutes, then increase to 10 minutes, then to 15 minutes, then to 20 minutes, etc.