How To Use A Meditation Mp3
Meditation is said to be one of the most effective techniques in combating stress and anxiety, and it can improve your health, help you lose weight, improve cognitive functions and more. Yet many people struggle to make meditation a part of their everyday lives. The good news is that there are dozens of guided meditations available online with each using different techniques, focusing on different elements that help you relax and relieve tension. They are easy to use: all you need is an internet connection and some free time! One thing's for sure though - meditating regularly will have a positive impact on your life.
Meditating's benefits have been well researched over time so it isn't surprising to find such an array of available meditation mp3s. While many of the websites selling them tend to be targeted at the new age market, there is no reason why anyone who finds meditation beneficial wouldn't want to try it out. "But where do I start?" you might ask. Well, here's our guide!
The key elements of a good meditation mp3 are as follows:
. Great guided instruction - it is after all a meditation mp3 so having a clear voice guiding you through the process is essential;
. Music - some tracks will simply have soothing music only, while others will have voice-overs on top (some even use both together); and
. Affirmation, mantra or sacred text - in some guided meditations you will be told a sacred word to repeat aloud to help enhance your meditation.
These elements are all important, and let's look at them separately.
. Great guided instruction allows you to sit comfortably and relax;
. Great music helps you relax physically as well as mentally; and
. Affirmation can help boost confidence levels, while the mantra can act as a spiritual connection or reminder of certain things in life (for example, if you've memorized the Lord's Prayer). Meditation mp3s often include audio reminders of the breath or heart rate that are triggered at certain points during the meditation.
Reading this might make it seem like you need a degree in meditation to create your own mp3, but there are many out there that are geared towards beginners. They will help you achieve the same things that you would get from an hour-long yoga class: relaxation, stress reduction and an improved outlook on life.
If you're unsure what kind of meditation mp3s are available, here are some examples.
A Guided Meditation for Anxiety and Stress Relief - this particular track includes a meditative state-inducing musical piece coupled with affirmations and subliminal messages that can have a calming effect on the listener.
A Meditation to Connect with Spirit - this track focuses on chanting sounds in a deep and meditative state without any subliminal elements. It's perfect for those who are new to meditation.
Dark Side Guide - the tracks in this set focus on the positive side of life as well as letting you connect to your "dark side". Their music is peaceful, and also incorporates some subliminal suggestions (see below).
Meditate with Me - this particular meditation mp3 makes use of affirmations and subliminal messages to help generate a meditative state. The music is more relaxing than some others mentioned above, making it a good choice for beginners.
A Guided Meditation for Managing Tension and Stress - this track incorporates music that is meditative in nature and also makes use of affirmations, subliminal messages, breath awareness and mantra.
. A Guided Meditation for Anxiety Relief - this track features subliminal relaxation messages, affirmations and breathing exercises. It is a relaxing meditation mp3 that can help reduce anxiety levels.
Meditating with Spiritual Symbols and Sacred Texts - the tracks in this set include full-length meditations with spiritual symbols as well as sacred texts from around the world. The accompanying music is also spiritual in nature to enhance the experience even further.
A Meditation for Relaxation and Inner Strength - this track has a dual purpose: first, it offers guided relaxation to help relax your mind and body, and second, it employs the use of affirmations to boost confidence levels by encouraging you to repeat the words aloud during meditation. The music is meditative in nature, and is perfect for beginners.
Your Turn
If you're new to meditation mp3s or want to find more, try searching through "meditation" on YouTube or through sites like Amazon. If you can't find what you're looking for there though, we suggest you check out the "Guided Meditations" section on our website to find more. Here's a link to it again:
http://www.meditationmp3s.com/advice/guided-meditations.html
Some of these mp3s are very special and will change your life for the better. We hope you find them as helpful as we did! . . . . . . . . . . .
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Conclusion:
After so many years, meditation still remains one of the best stress-relieving activities, and it is getting more and more recognition. And it's not just about what you are doing. The way you are going about it is important. You want to make sure that you are in an environment where you can be comfortable, giving yourself time to prepare for a session without distractions from anyone or anything else. For example, if you have never meditated before, it may be better not to meditate first thing after waking up since your mind will most likely be racing. Give yourself some time to relax and collect your thoughts before starting a session.