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Part
I: Lessons in Meditation
Excerpts From Lesson II:
Learning To Relax From Lesson IV:
Focusing The Mind
Visualization is easy to do, but there are a few principles to keep in mind in order to practice effectively. Concentrate in the forehead and imagine the scene as if it were being shown on a screen. Try to see the image in as great a detail as possible: The more clearly you visualize the more powerful it's effect. See it in color and clear detail. Here's an example
of a calming and focusing visualization: Imagine a meadow filled with
tall grass and flowers. The sun shines brightly and a gentle breeze is
blowing, stirring everything into motion, swaying the plants back and
forth. You can hear the sound of crickets and smell the gentle aroma of
the flowers. Gradually, the breezes cease and the meadow becomes calm.
All movement stops, everything becomes completely still, as if waiting.
Your thoughts, like the grass, become totally still. In this stillness
you become aware of an overwhelming sense of peace and well-being. Bathe
yourself in this feeling for as long as possible.
From Lesson II:
Learning To Relax
Routine for Meditation
Ananda
Course Companion Audio MP3
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