Tonight I tried meditation for the first time. I started off in my room, on my bed, with my legs crossed and my eyes closed. My peace and tranquility lasted for about a minute before my dog decided that it would be fun to jump on me and lick me to death.After extracting myself from his slobbery kisses, I went down to the basement and locked the door. I sat on the carpet, closed my eyes and began again. After a few seconds the arctic cold began to seep through the carpet and I lost my focus. So, I turned the heater on, moved to the couch, laid down and closed my eyes. I focused on my breathing and FINALLY began to relax. When I opened my eyes, 20 minutes had passed and I felt relaxed and refreshed!
Lessons learned:
- When attempting meditation lock the door
- Never sit on the floor during a polar vortex
- Laying on a couch or bed is comfortable and relaxing
- Focusing on breathing effectively removes distractions and is very peaceful
Next Time: Tomorrow I think that I will try guided meditation if I can find something that is not too creepy!
Yes, it is tough to find a location. If one is not comfortable, it is tough to escape thinking about that. I also, however, find it interesting to try to overcome an uncomfortable feeling with my mind. It is a challenge. Still, I totally get what you mean. The dog-licking made me smile.
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