There are several ways to manage your stress naturally and meditation is one of the techniques that you can practice in the comfort of your own home and at your own convenience. Although the techniques of meditation vary from religion to religion, the basic techniques and effects are similar. You don’t have to be an Eastern mystic to explore this age-old path to mental and physical calm.

Meditation method

Meditation should not be done less than 2 hours after a heavy meal. A hot bath is recommended, If a bath is not possible at least wash your hands and face, blow your nose, brush your teeth and splash your eyes with cold water. your clothing should keep you warm, but be loose-fitting, and you should remove your shoes.
You need a comfortable and relax position but one where there is no danger of falling asleep. The best meditation posture is the eqyption posture: sitting in a chair with an upright back to support you, with your feet placed flat on the floor. Locate the balance point where your weight presses most fully on the chair seat. Place your hands cupped in your lap with the palm of one over the back of the other, or rest your palms on your thights, whichever is most comfortable. Your body should be straight but not rigid, with your
head in line with your spine and the chin kept level. During mediation, remain as still as possible.

Breathing Techniques

All techniques agree that meditation should begin with slow, regular, quiet and gentle breathing. Always breathe through your nose, taking the air deeply into the abdoment so that your stomach swells slightly as you inhale and then flattens again as you slowly exhale.

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