How Many types of meditation are there?

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Years ago I had a boyfriend that would say things like "I don't need to go see the sunset I've seen it a ton of times". He definitely had a "been there done that" attitude about life can you tell? Today, I'm fairly certain that same guy would comment "I don't do meditation, I tried it and it doesn't work for me". If I had a conversation with him today I would ask - What is the "it" and what is your definition of "work for me"?

Each day provides a new angle on the sun, each day provides a new perspective on life. No two sunsets are exactly alike, no two moments are identical. Most of us have learned that experiences can not be replicated EXACTLY, no matter how hard we may try.  When we try to replicate an experience, the result can be for the better or for the worse. It is usually worth the gamble to try for improvement if something did not work out so well the first time.

How many types of meditation are there? I'm not sure an exact number can be given. All over the world people are practicing meditations they have learned from prior generations or current teachers and at the same time others are developing new and innovative ways of meditating. Just like life - the diversity is astounding. Change and growth are ongoing.

What is it that you want from meditation? How do you determine if it "works for you"? Peace, relaxation, relief of anxiety, connection with prior lives, igniting libido, removing false beliefs, connecting with departed loved ones - these are some of the goals people may have in mind when they begin to meditate. No matter our initial intention, most often we can be surprised by the gifts of insight we receive. Usually thoughts will come to us that we may not have previously considered.

I often advise students to remove all preconceived ideas about what meditation is and ask that they refrain from having any expectations. We don't want to set ourselves up for disappointment, that very disappointment may in fact serve as a block for deeper meaning. In fact, for deeper meditations we do a little pre-meditation first to clear our slate as much as possible (I'll talk about this more another time). 

In this article, I'd like to outline some of the types of meditation that I offer. I hope that my descriptions will open your mind to new possibilities.  I hope that perhaps you will consider trying some of these styles in your life at some point. 

MEDITATION POSSIBILITIES

1. CHAKRA DYANA MEDITATION:    Students will be introduced to an ancient chanting meditation known as Chakra Dyana. They will be guided through the first 7 chakras and learn how to use the vibration of their own voice to activate and balance their own energy.  The room will get LOUD. It is an amazing experience. Chakra Dyana is designed to empower and connect you with your highest self. Access your untapped energy by using the powerful vibration of your own voice in unity with those around you. Participation is encouraged. Don't worry no one in the room is listening to YOU they are focusing on their own voice. 
2. MINDFULNESS MEDITATION/BODY SCAN - Focusing on the simplest things in life can be immensely rewarding. During this class participants will be guided through a body scan technique designed to help them connect more fully with their physical body, by feeling the physical we can appreciate the ethereal on a deeper level. Every cell in your body contains energy, come relax and harness it in a unique setting.​
3. SOUND THERAPY - During this class participants will have the opportunity to feel the healing energy of sound bowls. The vibration from the bowls will course through them after a guided meditation designed to help them connect with their deepest, highest self.
4. EXPLORATORY MEDITATION - The focus of this class will be to investigate what YOUR unique connection with energy is. We will discuss how we relate to the elements, how we process spiritual awareness, we will generally  discuss different types of meditation and breathing techniques that may resonate in different ways. We will be using gentle movement on occasion in this class in order to investigate the incredible way our physical body supports and enhances our spiritual journey.
5. LAUGHING MEDITATION - In this class you are invited to release all of your stress in a safe, encouraging environment. Integration of humor into our meditation practice is a powerful tool. Incorporating laughter into our day is so necessary. Sometimes, life can seem so serious. Who better to laugh at than ourselves? Caution: everyone’s idea of what is funny can vary, sometimes no one even needs to know what you are laughing about. Just hearing others can lift your energy. Let your mind go and indulge yourself.
6. WRITING MEDITATION - What a gift to give yourself the time to meditate and then sit in silent contemplation and allow your soul to spill out onto paper. Bring a journal and an open heart to receive guidance, take the time to record your insights while they are fresh.
7. INTENTION SETTING MEDITATION - Each week a new spiritual teaching will be revealed, briefly discussed and a beautiful new intention will be set. A meditation will be offered to help deepen our understanding of the teaching and help us integrate the teaching into our everyday lives.​

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I invite you to watch me describe these meditations if you are curious 

​Thank you so very much for stopping by this page. Have a beautiful day and please stay open to new perspectives, new views of the sun and new views on life.
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