In this day and age, many
individuals tend to rely on pharmaceutical intervention in order to deal with
stress and anxiety of everyday life. These medications often cause unwanted
side effects, including weight gain, irritability, insomnia and even suicidal
ideation. There is a more effective way to cope with life's stressors that does
not require putting unnatural substances into one's body. Meditation has been
utilized for thousands of years and a way to center the mind and spirit, quiet
racing thoughts, and become more in tune with the natural world. Meditation has
been prescribed by many therapists and counselors, as an effective alternative
to psychiatric medication. In order to reap the most benefits from meditation,
one must create an environment that is conducive to this activity. This article
will list some of the most essential Meditation Supplies that one should purchase in order to partake in this ancient
practice. Fortunately, most meditation supplies are quite inexpensive, and, in
many cases, can even be substituted for cheaper alternatives.
Essential oils in relaxing scents
such as rose, sandalwood, or lavender can create a positive, calming state,
which is highly conducive to meditation. By dabbing a bit of oil on the inside
of one's wrists, behind the knees, and on one's neck, one will continue to
breathe in the calming scent throughout a meditative session.
Another way to promote relaxation
is by burning Incense Sticks.
Incense is quite inexpensive, and can be purchased at a number of retail
stores, as well as online. While there are specialty scents available, basic
scents such as musk, vanilla, and rain, tend to be quite sufficient.
If one is able to do so, consider
turning a room of one's home into a meditation room. By installing soft
lighting, one will create a soothing environment that promotes peace and
relaxation. If this is not possible, purchasing candles in various shapes and
sizes and lighting them during a mediation session will also work. If one
decides to utilize candles instead of traditional lights, be sure that they are
placed away from anything flammable, to avoid a fire hazard.
While some people prefer to
meditate in silence, others may have trouble keeping their mind from racing
when there is an absence of background noise. There are a number of cds which
have been marketed towards those who need ambiance in order to mediate
successfully. From sound machines to Gregorian chant CDs, there are a number of
options that one has when it comes to finding the right music to mediate to.
Last, but not least, invest in a
comfortable yoga mat. The right yoga mat can be the difference between a
relaxed state of mind and an ineffective meditation session.
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