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Meditation is the practice of focusing the mind, often formalized into a specific routine. Meditation is usually recognized as a component of Eastern religions, originating in Vedic Hinduism. It encompasses any of a wide variety of spiritual practices which emphasize mental activity or quiescence. Meditation can also be used for personal development, such as the exercises of Hatha yoga. Many practise meditation in order to achieve eternal peace, while others do it in order to get healthier and friendlier.
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The English word meditation comes from the Latin meditatio, which originally indicated every type of physical or intellectual exercise, then later evolved into the more specific meaning "contemplation." This usage is found in Christian spirituality, for example, "meditations on the sufferings of Christ"; as well as Western philosophy, as in Descartes' Meditations on First Philosophy, a set of six mental exercises which systematically analyze the nature of reality.
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Mood pg hr ini berantakan krn mimpi buruk semalam.. Need meditation to throw the bad feelings away..
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From a Zazen Journal - A two-year daily meditative record of morning meditations, and attendance at extended sesshins, by an American Soto Zen practitioner.
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How to Meditate (Zazen) - Detailed instructions from Zen Mountain Monastery on how to practice Zen meditation.
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The Alexander Technique for Buddhist Practitioners - Explanation of the Alexander Technique as used for Zazen practice.
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Zen and Recovery - Description of the benefits of Zen meditation, and instruction in meditation for the beginner. Focuses on the benefits of Zen meditation in recovery from addictions, but is useful to any meditation beginner.
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