How to Meditate?

Question

When ever I try to meditate I feel asleep. Gradually I m loosing interest for meditation. So plz guide me how can I meditate properly so that I don’t fall asleep. I want to develop intuition power. Plz tell me the proper methods of meditation. I mean how to do it where to look at and what to think of. Lastly thank you for answering my previous question and guiding me.

—Bani, India

Answer

Dear Bani,

At first, when a person tries to meditate, it’s possible to fall asleep. But do not loose hope. There are energizing breathing techniques to help you stay awake.

Ananda can teach you how to energize your body and mind, and how to meditate.

To learn the basics of meditation go to: https://www.ananda.org/meditation/getting-started/how-to-meditate/

There read the information on how to meditate and watch the video. This will help you get started.

Later, if you want to learn more, go to:

https://www.ananda.org/meditation/meditation-mini-course/sign-up-for-the-learn-to-meditate-mini-course/

Blessings on your practice,

Nayaswami Diksha