By Samantha Semoso – EMTV Online
Opposite to the popular belief, meditation doesn’t always mean sitting in one place with your eyes closed. In fact, most people are unaware that you can practice meditation virtually anywhere, sitting still is not a requirement.
The true beauty of meditation lies in the fact that you can make your practice perfectly suited to your personal needs. The benefits are also unquestionable; studies show that practice can prevent disease and reduce inflammation, be an effective form of treating depression and increase happiness levels. It is even thought to prevent signs of aging in the brain.
Everyone can take advantage of meditation privileges regardless of whether or not they want to sit in one place. Below are five types of meditation you can do on the move.
1.Qigong
This ancient Chinese practice is a mental, physical and spiritual experience suited to people of all ages. Its slow movements are flowing rhythmic, with a focus on calming the mind and maintain the steady breathing. Its benefits include pain relief, anxiety reduction and an increase in stability.
2. Yoga
There are plenty of great reasons to do yoga, like working up a sweat an increasing flexibility. However, meditation is another reason to roll out your mat.
When you’re moving through the sun salutations or trying a challenging new pose, your mind is focused and clear. This type of concentration is also the one of the goals of meditation, so its easy to combine these two practices to one. Additionally, the ultimate goal objective of meditation is relaxation.
3. Walking Meditation
Focusing your thoughts on a relaxing walk is a form of meditation we can all get behind. The most important thing is to be in the moment during your walk. Don’t let the stresses of life cloud your thoughts and break your focus. Plus the exercise is one of the easiest ways to stay physically healthy.
4. Tai Chi
Tai Chi is a martial art, but considered by many to be a type of Qigong – it involves gentle, rhythmic movements and encourages you to strive for spiritual balance and mental clarity.
Most people practice Tai Chi as a way to get moving and participate in a calming ritual. Moving with intention is a great way to focus your thoughts – a form of meditation in its own right.
5. Being In Nature
Spending time outdoors can do wonders for your mental health – and it’s also a great way to meditate. Going hiking with the goal of relaxation can absolutely be a form of practice.
Spend some time in nature and focus on the present to give your brain a boost and improve your mood. It’s a powerful combination with more benefits than you might realis.
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