Meditation is often associated with sitting quietly and focusing inward, but many active forms can also be highly effective. Here are some types of meditation that are more dynamic.
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This practice involves walking slowly and mindfully, paying attention to the movement of the feet and the sensations in the body.
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Using visualization, storytelling, or instructions to help focus the mind and induce a state of relaxation or awareness.
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This form involves the repetition of a word, phrase, or sound to help focus the mind. The mantra can be spoken aloud or silently.
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It focuses on cultivating & balancing the body’s energy (qi) & is often practiced for its health benefits as well as its meditative aspects.
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Yoga is often seen as a form of physical exercise, it is also a form of meditation, the practice of asanas combined with pranayama.
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This practice involves focusing on feelings of love and compassion, first towards oneself and then extending these feelings outward to others.
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The act of chanting can help focus the mind and create a sense of unity and connection with others.