From TheArtofLiving.org
As simple as meditating may seem from the outside looking in, no one starts out able to do it very well, at least not for very long periods of time. However, from preparing properly by creating the right environment and finding the right sitting position to handling your thoughts as they come and go, there are many specific strategies that will help you become develop your practice so that you too can derive the many benefits of meditation.
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