Meditation FAQ
Many people have questions or concerns about starting a meditation practice. Below you will find the most common questions and answers.
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Q: How is Transformation Meditation different from other meditation techniques?
A: Transformation Meditation has its roots in the philosophy of yoga. Similar to other techniques, such as Transcendental Meditation, it utilizes mantra meditation techniques. Similar to Mindfulness Meditation, it also includes the ability to become the observer of your mind and actions. With the combination of these techniques, one gains the ability to understand and experience the state of meditation directly. This enhances one’s ability to practice, accelerating the meditative experience.
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Q: Will Transformation Meditation conflict with my religious beliefs?
A: Transformation Meditation is a very scientific technique that creates a relaxation response. Many people find the practice and philosophy of meditation enhances their spirituality. People of all religious backgrounds are welcome and none of the techniques will interfere in any way with your religious beliefs or practices, but only enhance them.
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Q.: I have heard that meditation is important for health and a balanced lifestyle. If I meditate will I develop a complacent attitude about life and not care about things or feel for people?
A.: Meditation gives you more energy, insight and a sense of well being, oneness and love for all people. It is not like a drug or narcotic that anesthetizes you to life. you will have a full range of emotions but can free yourself from the useless waste of energy caused by fears, anger or anxieties that hinder you from enjoying each precious moment of life.