Beginner meditators often wonder how long it will take for meditation to work. The answer lies in what exactly it is we want meditation to do for us. We look at various meditation objectives and how long each of them typically and historically

Why is meditation making me more irritated and angry?

Nov 26th, 2021 11m 47s

Can meditation make us MORE irritable and angry? You’ve finished meditating, you’re in your happy place, you’re blissed out, it’s awesome. Then you do something else or interact with someone else and get super-annoyed with situation.In this ep

What is the difference between meditation and mindfulness

Oct 20th, 2021 11m 58s

Is mindfulness the same as meditation or is meditation the same as mindfulness? We look at the history of each of these to figure it all out.

How can I meditate to music and what is kirtan?

Oct 8th, 2021 13m

One of the most popular music meditation traditions is the Indain kirtan traditions. What is it and how can we use it to meditate?

Can I meditate to music? Early Buddhist traditions.

Oct 2nd, 2021 16m 17s

Some meditation traditions encourage the use of music during meditation while others discourage it. In this episode we look at the reasons you might NOT want to use music during meditation.

Do I need a timer to meditate?

Sep 23rd, 2021 14m 10s

The benefits and drawbacks of using a timer or timer app during meditation.

How do I deepen my meditation?

Jul 16th, 2021 11m 20s

Are you wondering why you're not able to go into a deep meditation. In this episode, we look at three things that might help in deepening your meditation.

Do I have to close my eyes to meditate?

May 30th, 2021 17m 2s

Should we keep our eyes open or closed during meditation? We look at the pros and cons of each.

Is meditation the same as relaxation?

May 5th, 2021 18m 58s

Meditation and relaxation are a delightful pairing but how similar or different are they? Also, what exactly is the relaxation response?

Does meditation change and rewire your brain?

Apr 1st, 2021 14m 32s

We regularly hear that meditation changes your brain or that it literally rewires your brain. How true is this?Book mentioned in episode: Altered Traits - https://www.richardjdavidson.com/altered-traits

What are the benefits of meditation?

Mar 6th, 2021 21m 32s

This is the companion episode to the earlier question, "Can meditation be bad for me?". In this episode we take a look at the numerous mental, emotional and physiological benefits of meditation. Lot's of good reasons to meditate so keep on medi

Can meditation be bad for me?

Feb 8th, 2021 18m 41s

We're big cheerleaders for meditation here at Meditation Questions but it's important to recognize meditation is not for everyone. For some people meditation can end up with bad outcomes.

Will meditation make me dull and lacking emotion?

Jan 25th, 2021 7m 44s

There's a worry that because meditation is supposed to lead you to tranquility or serenity, it will make us dull and emotionless and kind of boring. Is this what happens to those who meditate a lot?

Do I need a mantra to meditate?

Jan 8th, 2021 23m 22s

Do I need a mantra? Do I need to pay for it? Should I keep my mantra a secret? Does it have to be in an ancient language?

What should I do when thoughts come up?

Aug 30th, 2020 14m 1s

Simple effective strategies to handle unwanted or distracting thoughts and emotions during meditation. Meditation is just like learning any new skill - like a musical skill or an athletic skill - we're going to fumble about in the beginner stag

Can I learn meditation from a book?

Aug 12th, 2020 12m 55s

What are the benefits and drawbacks of learning meditation from a book?

How do I know if I'm meditating?

Aug 6th, 2020 7m 38s

Is meditation just sitting, eyes closed, breathing and trying to not think? How do I know if I'm REALLY meditating?

Do I have to meditate with others?

Jul 23rd, 2020 7m 11s

Are there any benefits to meditating together in a community or sangha?

Can I meditate lying down?

Jul 16th, 2020 7m 40s

The classic meditation posture is sitting cross legged, statue like. But if you're not able to do this, is it okay to meditate lying down? What to look out for when meditating lying down.

Isn't meditation boring?

Jul 3rd, 2020 9m 51s

At first glance meditation seems as boring as watching paint dry. But what if we're wrong about watching paint dry and it's the most exciting thing we could possibly do?

How can we meditate during stressful times?

Apr 7th, 2020 14m 29s

Meditating during stressful times is difficult but also important. Why we need meditation more than ever during stressful times.

Where should we meditate?

Mar 13th, 2020 11m 23s

Practical advice on simple ways to create a regular meditation space. One that you can take with you wherever you go.

When should we meditate?

Mar 9th, 2020 14m 24s

Almost all meditation traditions recommend early morning - between 3 am and 6 am - as the best time to meditate. We look at why this is a great time for meditation and what is the second-best option.

How long should we meditate?

Mar 2nd, 2020 10m 22s

How long you meditate at any one sitting depends on what your objectives for meditation are. Let's look at the most common benefits sought after by meditators.