I’ve been a meditation practitioner for about 15 years. It began in my childhood, during my school years, when I read a book about personal development that completely changed my life. Before then, I didn’t know how to overcome fears, stress, sadness, or loneliness, or how to visualize goals and stay proactive in any situation.
Socrates said, “Know Thyself,” and I wouldn’t have known myself without deep reflection at the meditative level. Our thoughts are always dancing like a monkey. Until you focus on the strengths and weaknesses of your personal life, you cannot discover your new YOU.
If you want to harness the power of your mind and brain to become successful in life, you need control over your thoughts. Meditation is a tool for calming your mind and establishing that control.
The Difference Between a Day With and Without Meditation:
From my experience, I know there is a huge difference between the day I meditate and the day I don’t. It impacts me in many ways. Just imagine, that 2 hours of deep sleep make you calm, relaxed, and energized because your body and mind are refreshed. This feeling of relaxation stays with you for the next 2 hours.
But when I meditate early in the morning for just 30 minutes, it brings an extra level of relaxation for the next 6 hours. So, I meditate in two sessions to achieve a full day of relaxation.
This type of relaxation may not come in a 5 or 10-minute session because the longer you stay in the meditative state, the better the effect.
Not only does meditation provide relaxation, but it also makes me more focused and disciplined throughout the day. Why? Because during meditation, I visualize my life goals, the actions, and the efforts I need to take today. I set my schedule deep in my mind. This pushes me to take massive action toward my goals and enhances my mental and physical energy to accomplish them. So, meditation isn’t a waste of time; it’s a great tool to prioritize your activities and make the best use of your time.
On the other hand, on days when I’m too busy or forget to meditate, I feel no relaxation, extra energy, or peace of mind. Eventually, I feel stressed, lack clarity about my goals, and become less disciplined and more wasteful with time.
Reprogram Your Subconscious Mind for Success:
Our mind is powerful. Anything in life can be achieved through the power of our brain and mind. As Napoleon Hill famously said in Think and Grow Rich, “Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve.” You need to impact your belief system by reprogramming it with desirable thoughts.
However, what you think and imagine in your normal waking state (known as the beta level) doesn’t have as much impact on your subconscious mind. When we meditate, our brainwaves enter the alpha level, and thoughts at the alpha level are a thousand times more powerful. So, we can reprogram our mind and brain much more effectively in a meditative state.
The stronger our programming, the more successful we become in life.
Physical Health Benefits: Sleep, Energy, and Beyond:
There’s a saying that 2 hours of sleep is equivalent to 30 minutes of meditation. Meditation improves the quality of our sleep, helps lower blood pressure, and boosts the immune system, meaning meditators get sick less often than others. Meditation also releases happy hormones like serotonin and melatonin, making us feel happy and energetic all the time.
How Meditation Leads to Smarter Decisions:
I used to struggle with decision-making in time management, money management, and setting priorities. I depended on others for advice and was confused about what was best. I also found it difficult to come up with good ideas, which are as rare as pure gold. However, after just a few days of meditation, my decision-making ability improved significantly. I began making intuitive decisions and naturally understood which path was better for me. My mind guides me silently in times of trouble, so I no longer need others to help me decide.
Unlocking Better Memory Through Meditation:
I was a poor student in school, struggling to remember lessons and lectures. My limiting belief convinced me that my memory was weak. But after practicing meditation, my memory improved like magic. I became one of the best students in my class and could remember far more than before. If you think your memory is bad, it’s just a limiting belief. Start meditating, change your negative beliefs about your memory, and you’ll realize that you can remember anything you want.
Conquering Limiting Beliefs with Meditation:
Limiting beliefs are the main enemies in your life, and you fight them subconsciously all the time. But through continuous positive reinforcement and visualizing future success in meditation, you will feel empowered to conquer anything you desire. You will develop courage, and all fears and doubts will disappear. Only joy and victory will remain in your life.
Embracing a Transformed Life:
Meditation has transformed my daily life in ways I never expected. From mental clarity and stress relief to improved productivity and sleep, it has become an essential tool for navigating life’s challenges. And the best part? Anyone can do it.
So, if you’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or simply looking for a way to enhance your life, give meditation a try. Start small, stay consistent, and watch the ripple effects unfold in every part of your day. You might just be surprised at the impact it can have.
