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Methods of Taoist MeditationBy Willie Krut
The Taoist meditation practices are less abstract than the
other similar methods evolved in India (the Hindu and Buddhist
systems). One of the main focuses of Taoist meditation relates
to the circulation of internal energy (called deh-chee). It can
be used to promote a healthy life style and extend life
expectancy, by improving spiritual relationships with the world.
Practical aspects of Taoist meditation may relate to interests
and activities such as self-knowledge, concentration, spiritual
healing. There are two elements related to meditation: the
“jing”, which means calmness, stillness, and the “ding”, which
stands fro concentration and focus. Calmness is directed towards
cutting off external factors of disturbance and allowing you to
direct your attention towards your inner self
By focusing on
the breathing and allowing your mind to concentrate you should
achieve a state called “one-pointed awareness”. This state
allows you to achieve a deep concentration, enabling you to get
a better understanding of any elements that you are focusing on.
There are none, or very limited, distractions during this
heightened awareness state. This technique may be used
efficiently to find solutions to problems presented by the
exterior world and also prepares you to deal with these
difficulties. The firs steps of practicing Taoist meditation are
often difficult as your mind is not willing to cooperate totally
in the process. It is hard to tap into the high potential of the
subconscious mind. Out thoughts tend to fly away, increasing
confusion when we need clarity the most, bringing mental chaos
when order is sought. There are six ways that enable you to
recover your inner concentration and increase your ability to
focus precisely on what you dictate your mind to, not vice
versa. 1.Focus on the flow of energy through your body. You can
do this by paying special attention to your breathing, to the
air going in and out of your lungs. 2.Take this a step further
and focus on the contractions of the abdominal area as you
breath in and out. 3.Imagine a candle, with your eyes closed.
Shift your focus on the center of the flame but don’t loose
sight of the edges. At this stage it is vital to eliminate or
ignore all outside interferences. 4.Practice mantra, the 'sacred
syllables' which lead to a harmony of the mind and relaxation of
the body. The three most effective syllables are 'om', which
brings equilibrium to your body, 'ah', which balances your vital
energy, and 'hum', which takes the spirit into a heightened
state of awareness and focus. Chanting of the syllables should
be done in a deep, low-pitched tone and a long exhale of the
air. 5.Allow your breathing to create a rhythmic “drum beat”
which will increase your energy and help you ignore outside
interferences 6.Focus on a symbol that is very important to you.
This can be a person you love, a deity or a place or notion.
When you feel relaxed and focused switch back to the meditation.
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