Did you know that using mantras could be a great way for you to achieve calmness of mind and life-long serenity? What you must appreciate is that chanting a mantra is not about religious or traditional words. You can make your own custom-made mantra to fit yourself as long as the words mean something to you.
The name mantra originates from Sanskrit and means "implement /instrument of thought". A mantra is a sound made up of a syllable, word, or clusters of words that are recited with the objective of producing a constructive alteration within the person.
Remember that at a deep level the unconscious mind is a united awareness of all the forms of primeval consciousness which subsist all through the material and subtle bodies. The continual use of mantra can delve into the unconscious crystallizing concepts that are accumulated in the organs and glands and then convert these bodily parts into sources of harmony.
These are a few of the advantages of mantra meditation
1 Relieves stress and anxiety
2 Encourages inner peace Nurtures good health and well-being
3 Amplifies the ability to concentrate.
4 Increases energy levels.
5 Awakens your spirituality.
So here are some great steps for you to take so you can start to use mantras.
First step: you need to set a few minutes each day to practice and also find a quiet place.
For best results you will need to practice every-day for about five to ten minutes. You could start the day by chanting a mantra as soon as you get up in the morning. If there is any outside noise then you can always play some meditative background music and if you use some incense this will then help create an appropriate environment for you to chant your mantra in.
Second step: position.
Sit in a relaxed position, either on a chair or crossed legged on the floor. Then relax your whole body and begin taking deep breaths. Now begin chanting the mantra that you have created for yourself. As you chant the mantra, blank your mind and permit your mind to be occupied with calming pictures such as waterfall, or the beach. Do this for five to ten minutes.
Third step: breathe.
After five to ten minutes, finish your chanting and just begin to take deep breaths for another five minutes or so; that last few minutes will permit you to soak up your mantra and aid you to practice to act out your mantra. Now gradually open your eyes and have a good stretch. Now, you are ready to begin the day. Remember you must let go of any worries that may happen about whether you are doing the mantra correctly. It does not matter it is your attitude that matters.
Also remember that you can have a mantra for diverse circumstances. Like for instance, if your children made you annoyed over something trivial, take a step back and take deep relaxing breaths and repeat over to yourself calming words such as, "I feel calm and relaxed." This will aid you to manage your stress level. Good Luck!
About the Author:
Dion Daly is a certified trainer in hypnosis, a master practitioner in NLP and TLT. He also has a degree in metaphysics.
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