How to Meditate If You Don’t Like to Meditate
I’m no meditation expert, but I know that meditation isn’t easy for everyone. I honestly don’t think it’s ever easy at first. And even if you do it every day for almost two years, like me, there are still times it can feel like the first day.
But the point of meditation isn’t to never feel distracted. The point is to return back to it and know that you can always return to your breath and to yourself whenever you choose. And in these pandemic days, a sure thing is a nice thing.
I’m going to offer some meditation tips. And, remember, if none of them work for you, that’s okay! Meditation isn’t something you’re required to do in life. In fact, sometimes people feel shame if they can’t meditate which is so unfortunate. Mindfulness is not about shame, it’s about awareness and meeting yourself where you are at.
To learn more about this shame, especially if you’ve experienced trauma, I’d recommend reading Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness by David A. Treleaven.
Start with deep breaths.
Sitting still with your body and yourself with your eyes closed is harder than you think. And sometimes, if you are someone who experiences a lot of anxiety, this can actually be triggering.
