MORNING MEDITATION TECHNIQUES

Do you meditate in the morning? If the answer is no, let’s talk about your health and how to achieve a healthy and youthful life with morning meditation. Start your day with a clear and rested mind to wake up the body, cleanse your spirit, revitalize your soul and bring wellness into your life. Morning meditation is a good way to start your day relaxed, and there are many relaxation techniques to help you in this matter. I remember growing up in Romania. Every summer, my family would vacation on the Black Sea.

Every morning we would wake up and go to the beach before everybody else, before even the sunrise: just us and the tranquility of the sea. Even though I was too young to know what meditation was, I took time to admire the stillness of the world surrounding me. I do not know if I was meditating; I know I enjoyed the serenity of the sea, the seagulls flying, the sound of the waves crashing on the shore, and in a few words: the peace of the morning.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF A MORNING MEDITATION

No matter what time of the day, meditation will help you balance your body and mind, allowing you to de-stress, eliminate boredom, lowers blood pressure and alleviate anxiety. Like any other exercise, the more and more you meditate, the more relaxed you will feel. People who meditate are less stressed, more focused, and sleep better at night. On the health front, meditation regulates blood pressure, and those who meditate regularly are happier with the world that surrounds them. So you might ask yourself what are the best early morning meditation techniques?

BE AT PEACE WITH YOURSELF

Ultimately, the biggest goal of meditation is to put your mind, body, and soul at peace with the world surrounding you and leave all the stress and worry behind. Unfortunately, the reason people do not meditate enough or do not meditate at all is that circumstances always come along. They do not have time; they do not have the patience or their mind wonders. The key to meditation and intimately your health is to find just a little bit of time for yourself; you do not have to meditate for hours at a time.

FOCUS ON YOURS HEALTH

Just find 5-10 minutes for yourself, close your eyes, and try to focus on yourself.  Always start with a goal in mind; for example, meditate to get rid of stress, and keep that goal in mind when you do. After all, meditation is for everybody and there is no right or wrong way to meditate. Luckily, there are many meditation techniques out there to choose from. First, focus on your breath, on your inhale and exhale, and the beating of your heart. Also, you can repeat a mantra over and over again to find your inner peace.

CANDLELIGHT MORNING MEDITATION

There is also an easy technique of staring at the candle’s light and clearing your mind of any thoughts. Do this in a pitch-black environment. Many online websites have videos and resources to help you meditate; follow one of those methods. Nature can also be a medium in which you can meditate. Therefore, wake up early in the morning and take a quick stroll in the park or walk on the shores of the lake. On other days, you can take a stroll in the forest, or somewhere you can feel at peace and where you can let your mind wander.

FOCUS ON THE MOMENT OR GO FOR A SWIM

While you are outside, try to focus on the moment. Particularly on what you see, what you hear, what you think. The sun, the wind, the birds singing, and everything that surrounds you. If you have a pool or you are near a body of water, try to go for a quick swim. In short, swimming will help your body slowly wake up by gently moving all your extremities and raising your heart rate. Consequently, by increasing your pulse, your heart pumps blood and energy throughout your body. This way your your whole muscles will wake up and help you throughout the day.

While you are outside, try to focus on the moment. Particularly on what you see, what you hear, what you think. The sun, the wind, the birds singing, and everything that surrounds you. If you have a pool or you are near a body of water, try to go for a quick swim. In short, swimming will help your body slowly wake up by gently moving all your extremities and raising your heart rate. Consequently, by increasing your pulse, your heart pumps blood and energy throughout your body and helps your whole core wake up.

MASSAGE

While most of the time you want to start your day being invigorated and full of energy. Sometimes taking it easy is what the doctor ordered. There are many reasons why you might wake up stiff in the morning. Maybe the mattress you sleep on is not comfortable enough. Maybe your pet or your phone woke you during the night.

Whatever the reason, start your day off with a quick massage. Massage your fingers, your palms, your arms, and your legs. If you have someone to give you a massage, ask them to do your back. This way, you make your blood flow, help positive energy run through your body, and eliminate any soreness from your muscles. You can also start your day with Qi Gong. This ancient healing art will help you channel positive energy and with spread it throughout your body

MEDITATE EARLY

Try all these techniques and find which one works for you. The key to morning meditation is to meditate early. First thing in the morning before you have your breakfast and before you start your day. This way, you do not get distracted will all the chores you need to finish before day’s end. You can also use relaxing music, candles, incense, and whatever relaxes you. Wear loose and comfortable clothes or meditate in pajamas. It is crucial to note that posture is also essential.

Try to find a good stance; try a relaxing pose but don’t relax enough to fall asleep. Start your meditation with a few deep breaths. At the same time, chant a mantra. Focus on the light of a candle. If your mind wanders off, try to focus on the present and be consistent. After all, the world was not built in a day. Meditation takes time, patience, and focus, and sooner or later, you will get there. Morning meditation is very important to your health, to your peace of mind and ultimately to your overall well being. It will relax your mind as well as your body. This way you will focus clearly on the tasks you wish to achieve every day; so why not start your day with morning meditation.

HOW TO DO EARLY MORNING MEDITATION FOR POSITIVE ENERGY

Early morning meditation helps you start your day with positive intentions. Get into a comfortable seated position, close your eyes, and rest your hands on your knees with your arms facing up. Then take three deep breaths and, with an open mouth, exhale. Now, take a moment for gratitude. Focus on what you are grateful for today. Take another deep breath and exhale. Breathe in and imagine positive energy coming from above through the top of your head. As you breathe out, imagine that positive energy flowing through your body and pushing the negative energy out of your body through your toes. Breathe positive energy in and exhale negative thoughts and negative energy that don’t serve you. Continue this visualization for a few more deep breaths. This gives you a high-energy cleanse to start your day with high energy. Focusing on positive energy and learning how to cultivate it will improve your day, and in the long run, your life. Tell yourself, “Today is a new day, a beautiful day with new possibilities and opportunities coming your way. Yesterday was in the past.” Let go of the past; let go of anything that weighs you down. Each day is a chance to start something new. Start the new day with a fresh mind and a light heart. You have the power to shape your day in any way you desire; all you need to do is add a drop of positivity to everything you do. So, use today to start a bright future for yourself. Repeat in your mind: “I am worthy” “I am enough” “I trust myself” “I love myself” “I believe in myself” “I am exactly where I need to be” “everything is happening for my greater good” “I am strong, I am safe, I am guided” “I chose to be loved” “I am not afraid” “Nobody can hurt me” “I deserve success and love.” Now take three final breaths and exhale through your mouth. Open your eyes and start your day.

EARLY MEDITATION ROUTINE FOR BEGINNERS

It is a common thought throughout the world that when you sleep your body is at rest, and when you wake up your body is up. Imagine pushing the accelerator on your car and jumping from 0 to 100 mph in a second. That is what you are doing to your body every day. When you wake up, lie there for a moment. Start by rubbing your palms for 10 seconds and place them over your eye for 10 seconds. Do this three times.

MEDITATION EXERCISE FOR BEGINNERS

One of the best early morning meditation techniques, especially if you live in a “scenic” state is to go out in the mountains or your garden. Find somewhere beautiful and for 15-30 minutes, enjoy the splendor or nature. You don’t have to move, do yoga or chant; just enjoy the world around you. If you don’t have a scenic view, just sit in a chair or on the side of the bed with your feet on the floor. Start with three deep breaths. Inhale the fresh air of the new morning, hold it for three seconds and exhale forcefully. Repeat this for the next five minutes. Another popular meditation, is jumping in the shower after you wake up and instead of thinking about what will you wear, what will you do, and who will you see, think about the present. Think about the water on your skin and how the tile feels on your feet. Think about washing your hair, the cold tiles beneath your feet and be mindful of your surroundings instead of letting your mind wander off.

Count your blessings every morning. Take a few minutes and think of all the things you are thankful for: your wife, friends, and your job. This thought will set the stage for a wonderful day. Start with the idea that you are alive and loved by all the people around you.

It is so easy to get caught up in our world and all the negative thoughts that challenge us that we forget about our loved ones. Instead of focusing on ourselves, why don’t we send our love, our positive thoughts, and our positive energy to others? Goodwill meditation is all about sending your well-wishes for others into the universe. Early morning meditation techniques will help you greatly achieve inner peace, calmness, and a way to cope with all the troubles surrounding you. Start your early morning meditation techniques today and you will see a difference tomorrow.