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.
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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Ajapa Yoga - Provides history and theory of this method of enhancing meditation through control of sound. Also includes biographies of the gurus, list of ashrams and centers, calendar of events, recommended reading.
An Introduction to Meditation - Instructions for a simple practice and additional resources.
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Ananda Marga European Retreat Schedule - Information on scheduled spiritual Yoga retreat with photos of some past activities
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Ananda Marga: Mantra Meditation - Online meditation instructions.
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Astanga meditation - Brief explanation of meditation with some different techniques.
Aum Shakti Meditation and Research Centre - Articles on meditation to relieve tension and stress. Brief descriptions on various types of Yoga including Hatha, Raja and Kundalini.
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Australian School of Meditation - Offer programs in Yoga meditation in West End, Brisbane, Queensland.
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Dhyanyoga Center: Weaverville, North Carolina - Provides instruction in meditation in the tradition of Kundalini Maha Yoga. Offer free group meditation programs and devotional chanting or kirtan. Information on teachers and events.
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How to Meditate - Learn basic techniques through this free course.
Invertendo.com - Raja Yoga Sufi discussion forums, links, and inner diary by Sakha
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Meditation - Meditation techniques in the yoga system, the use of Mantra, questions and answers.
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Meditation and Yoga - Detailed instructions on yoga meditation exercises, based on Hindu teachings.
Meditation Center - Contains colorful, clear, concise meditation instruction on a variety of meditation methods from various spiritual teachings, plus tranquil meditation tapes, guided and instrumental.
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Meditation techniques - Meditation techniques and articles on meditation.
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our self in a positive and spiritual way. The world is not a peaceful
place and within every soul there is some form of tension and stress.
It is therefore essential to create positive and peaceful thoughts to
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Meditation Workshop - Articles about Yoga, guru and meditation.
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Meditation, Sadhana, Dhyana - Information regarding purpose, practice, audio guides and relaxing music.
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Om's Home: Yoga and Meditation - Articles on meditation including Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation) and Nada Yoga (the science of inner sound), poems, songs and incantations.
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Sahaj Marg - The Natural Path - In-depth studies and guides by Sahaj Marg Research and Training Institute for raja, bhakti, jnana, karmic and integral yoga meditation and practice, with emphasis on yogic transmission, or pranahuti.
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Shri Ram Chandra Mission - Sahaj Marg - The website of SRCM, providing information and services to worldwide practioners of Sahaj Marg (Natural Path) raja yoga meditation.
Sivananda Yoga-Meditation - The basics of incorporating mindfulness into an established practice with links to the other fundamental aspects of yoga.
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Vedanta Centers. Lots of information on Jnana Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Raja Yoga,
Karma Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Dhyana Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, relaxation, vegetarian diet,
meditation, stre... ]
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Spanda Yoga Meditation - Offer chanting and meditation programs in Connecticut, New York and New Jersey. Information on location, content, schedule, and fees.
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The Center for Mind-Body-Medicine - Meditation allows all this activity to settle down, and often results in the mind becoming more peaceful.
The Divine Life Society - Teachings of Swami Silvanda, inspired messages, video clips, lectures, chants, songs and images.
The Transmission Meditation Homepage - Meditation group service activity utilizing both Karma and Laya yoga for personal development. Includes related links, upcoming lecture and interview dates and a frequently asked questions page.
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Welcome to Spirituality - Meditation presented in an easy way. Kundalini, Karma, Tantra and Raja yoga explained.
What is Meditation (Dhyana)? - Article with resources for practice.
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Yoga and Meditation - Article concerning the etymology, history and process from the Moksha Journal.
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Yoga Meditation - A one-line short course in Yoga meditation.
Yoga Meditation of the Himalayan tradition - Yoga Meditation training of the Himalayan tradition. Swami Jnaneshvara Bharati gives giudance in meditation.
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